Styrian WolfvsXJA2/436
Styrian Wolf (dual purpose) and XJA2/436 (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 mL
Slovenia
XJA2/436
Alpha acid
11.5–16.4%
Beta acid
7.8–8.4%
Total oil
1.1–1.7 mL
South Africa
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
When to pick XJA2/436
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitLemongrassElderflowerVioletFloralFruityCoconut
Only in XJA2/436
LemonZestPapayaCataloupeGooseberryResinCitrusBlueberry
Property
| Property | Styrian Wolf | XJA2/436 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–18.5% | 11.5–16.4% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–6% | 7.8–8.4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–23% | 29–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4.5 mL | 1.1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 18–30% |
| Humulene | 5–9% | 21–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 8–18% |
| Origin | Slovenia | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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