PuławskivsMillennium

Puławski (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Puławski

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemon

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeFloralResin

Property

PropertyPuławskiMillennium
Alpha acid8–11%14.5–18.5%
Beta acid3–4%4.3–6.5%
Co-humulone26–30%28–35%
Total oil-1.5–3 mL
Myrcene38–39%35–55%
Humulene24–25%15–25%
Caryophyllene11–13%8–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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