Styrian EaglevsEroica
Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 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 Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eroica
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Only in Eroica
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Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Eroica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 7.3–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 40% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 0.8–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | 0–1% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |