Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Sovereign
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrassyHerbal
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityPear
Only in Aramis
GreenSpicyCitrusBlack currant
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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