Mount RainiervsAurum
Mount Rainier (dual purpose) and Aurum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Rainier
Alpha acid
5–9.4%
Beta acid
5–9.2%
Total oil
0.2–3.9 mL
United States
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mount Rainier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralCitrusSpicy
Only in Mount Rainier
Licorice
Only in Aurum
FruityMildHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Mount Rainier | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9.4% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 5–9.2% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 21–34% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.2–3.9 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | - |
| Humulene | 17–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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