TalusvsStyrian Dragon
Talus and Styrian Dragon are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitCitrusRoseTropicalFloral
Only in Talus
PineResinSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Only in Styrian Dragon
LemonBerry
Property
| Property | Talus | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.1–9.5% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 8.3–10.2% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–39% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–13% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |