Styrian WolfvsMillennium

Styrian Wolf (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Styrian Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–18.5%

Beta acid

2.1–6%

Total oil

0.7–4.5 mL

Slovenia

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Styrian Wolf

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Styrian Wolf

MangoPassion fruitLemongrassElderflowerVioletFruityCoconut

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeResinHerbal

Property

PropertyStyrian WolfMillennium
Alpha acid10–18.5%14.5–18.5%
Beta acid2.1–6%4.3–6.5%
Co-humulone22–23%28–35%
Total oil0.7–4.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene60–70%35–55%
Humulene5–9%15–25%
Caryophyllene2–3%8–10%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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