Styrian EaglevsAloha Blend
Styrian Eagle and Aloha Blend are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Aloha Blend
Alpha acid
8.8–10.3%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Aloha Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
BerryBlack currant
Only in Styrian Eagle
BananaPinePeach
Only in Aloha Blend
Sweet
Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Aloha Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 8.8–10.3% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | - |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | - |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |