Styrian DragonvsLemondrop
Styrian Dragon and Lemondrop are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- 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
When to pick Lemondrop
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusLemon
Only in Styrian Dragon
GrapefruitBerryRoseTropical
Only in Lemondrop
MintGreenMelon
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 28–34% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 45–47% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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