Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Ultra
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
| Property | Sylva | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.3% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–7% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–36% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 18–27% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 22–28% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |