Styrian FoxvsCentennial
Styrian Fox and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Fox
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrus
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineappleHoney
Only in Centennial
FloralGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |