Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Magnat
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
2.8–7%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Sylva
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Magnat
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralWoody
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppy
Only in Magnat
LilacChamomileCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Sylva | Magnat |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.3% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–7% | 2.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–36% | 30–59% |
| Humulene | 18–27% | 16–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 22–28% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Australia | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |