Opal
Alpha acid
5–14%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Opal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aramis
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCitrusSpicyFloralHerbal
Only in Opal
Anise
Only in Aramis
GreenGrassy
Property
| Property | Opal | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–14% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 13–34% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 30–50% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–15% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger