Styrian CardinalvsEroica
Styrian Cardinal (aroma) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- 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 Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 40% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |