SabrovsMillennium

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

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

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 Sabro

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Sabro

CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCream

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeFloralResin

Property

PropertySabroMillennium
Alpha acid12–17%14.5–18.5%
Beta acid4–7%4.3–6.5%
Co-humulone20–24%28–35%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene50–68%35–55%
Humulene7–14%15–25%
Caryophyllene7–11%8–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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