Old MissionvsAramis
Old Mission and Aramis are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Old Mission
Alpha acid
4.33%
Beta acid
3.7%
Total oil
-
United States
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Old Mission
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Only in Old Mission
PineTart
Only in Aramis
GreenGrassyFloral
Property
| Property | Old Mission | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.33% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.7% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 38–41% |
| Humulene | - | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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