OlicanavsStyrian Wolf
Olicana and Styrian Wolf are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Olicana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Styrian Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MangoPassion fruitFloral
Only in Olicana
Grapefruit
Only in Styrian Wolf
LemongrassElderflowerVioletFruityCoconut
Property
| Property | Olicana | Styrian Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 10–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 2.1–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 22–23% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 5–9% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |