Styrian KolibrivsUltra
Styrian Kolibri and Ultra 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
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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