ParadigmvsEroica

Paradigm (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Paradigm

Aroma

Alpha acid

8–11.7%

Beta acid

3.9–6.3%

Total oil

1.2–2.17 mL

United States

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Paradigm

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Paradigm

HerbalStone fruitTropicalSpicyMelonCandyDankPapayaMintPearChamomile

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyParadigmEroica
Alpha acid8–11.7%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid3.9–6.3%3–5.3%
Co-humulone34–35%40%
Total oil1.2–2.17 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene39–40%55–65%
Humulene4–5%0–1%
Caryophyllene3–4%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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