Mount HoodvsStyrian Eagle
Mount Hood (aroma) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 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 Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungentSpicy
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Mount Hood | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9–8% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–23% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.7 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 12–38% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–16% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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