Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- 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 Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
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Only in Adeena
HerbalFloralLemonPine
Property
| Property | Orion | Adeena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 3.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 34–38% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 27–30% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 31–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 15–22% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Challenger
Styrian Golding