SylvavsUltra

Sylva and Ultra are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sylva

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–7.3%

Beta acid

3–7%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Australia

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sylva

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Ultra

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Sylva

BohemianHoppyWoody

Only in Ultra

MildPleasant

Property

PropertySylvaUltra
Alpha acid4–7.3%3–9.7%
Beta acid3–7%3.6–5%
Co-humulone20–28%25–35%
Total oil0.9–1.4 mL0.8–1.5 mL
Myrcene26–36%50–60%
Humulene18–27%10–15%
Caryophyllene5–8%6–9%
Farnesene22–28%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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