Styrian DragonvsEl Dorado
Styrian Dragon (aroma) and El Dorado (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRose
Only in El Dorado
FruityPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | El Dorado |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 6.4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 28–33% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 2.5–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 55–60% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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