Sitiva BlendvsEroica
Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
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United States
Eroica
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 Sitiva Blend
- 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 Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitFloralPeachLime
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 40% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |