Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Merkur
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MintPineapple
Only in Polaris
Menthol
Only in Merkur
SugarCitrusEarthy
Property
| Property | Polaris | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–23% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 4–5 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Taurus