Sorachi AcevsEroica
Sorachi Ace (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
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 Sorachi Ace
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eroica
- 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 Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoCitrusHerbal
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Sorachi Ace | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 40% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 20–26% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Japan | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |