Styrian KolibrivsAramis
Styrian Kolibri and Aramis are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantGreen
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerGrassCannabisPineapple
Only in Aramis
HerbalSpicyCitrusGrassyFloral
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Slovenia | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
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