Olympic
Alpha acid
10.6–13.8%
Beta acid
3.8–6.1%
Total oil
0.86–2.55 mL
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 Olympic
- 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
When to pick Aramis
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Olympic
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Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalGrassyBlack currantFloral
Property
| Property | Olympic | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.6–13.8% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–6.1% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.86–2.55 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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