Styrian EaglevsHerkules
Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) and Herkules (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
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- 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 Herkules
CitrusMelon
Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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