Styrian KolibrivsBRU-1
Styrian Kolibri and BRU-1 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
BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenPineapple
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGrassCannabis
Only in BRU-1
Fruity
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | BRU-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.5–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 50–55% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 7–8% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |