Super PridevsAurum
Super Pride (dual purpose) and Aurum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Super Pride
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityMild
Only in Super Pride
Resin
Only in Aurum
SpicyFloralHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble
Property
| Property | Super Pride | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–16.3% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 25–50% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–42% | - |
| Humulene | 1–2% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |