SovereignvsCentennial
Sovereign (aroma) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Centennial
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |