Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityFloralGrassyPear
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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