Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
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Only in Aurora
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Property
| Property | Orion | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–10% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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