Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ultra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Orion
Spicy
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | Orion | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Challenger