Styrian EaglevsWillamette
Styrian Eagle and Willamette 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
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Willamette
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Styrian Eagle | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–17.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.6 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–60% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 0–2.5% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–7% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 6–10% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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