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

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2.8–5.4%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Slovenia

BRU-1

Aroma

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

PropertyStyrian KolibriBRU-1
Alpha acid4–6%13–15%
Beta acid2.8–5.4%8–10%
Co-humulone21–25%35–37%
Total oil1–2 mL1.5–2 mL
Myrcene31–38%50–55%
Humulene16–21%7–8%
Caryophyllene5–7%9–11%
Farnesene25–27%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma