SmaragdvsCeleia

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

Smaragd

Bittering

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

Germany

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Smaragd

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicyNoble

Only in Smaragd

FruityTobaccoAniseClove

Only in Celeia

LavenderEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertySmaragdCeleia
Alpha acid4–6%3–6%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%2–4%
Co-humulone13–18%25–29%
Total oil0.4–0.8 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene20–40%26–35%
Humulene30–50%18–23%
Caryophyllene9–14%8–9%
Farnesene0–1%3–7%
OriginGermanySlovenia
PurposeBitteringAroma

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