MillenniumvsWalhalla
Millennium (bittering) and Walhalla (aroma) 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
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Walhalla
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResin
Only in Walhalla
CitrusGarlicGrassy
Property
| Property | Millennium | Walhalla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 5.97–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.75–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |