Styrian DragonvsRakau
Styrian Dragon (aroma) and Rakau (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
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Rakau
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRoseTropical
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotPineResin
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–5% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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