Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 mL
United States
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Sonnet
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aurum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralEarthy
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleSweetLemonGrassHoneyOak
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityMildHerbalNoble
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |