MillenniumvsStyrian Eagle
Millennium (bittering) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Millennium | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |