Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Aurora
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper
Only in Aurora
FloralLemongrassNoble
Property
| Property | Target | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–10% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Willamette