Vic SecretvsEroica

Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Eroica (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Vic Secret

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–21.8%

Beta acid

5.7–8.7%

Total oil

1.9–2.8 mL

Australia

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Vic Secret

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Eroica

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Vic Secret

TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy

Only in Eroica

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Property

PropertyVic SecretEroica
Alpha acid14–21.8%7.3–14.9%
Beta acid5.7–8.7%3–5.3%
Co-humulone51–57%40%
Total oil1.9–2.8 mL0.8–1.3 mL
Myrcene31–46%55–65%
Humulene9–21%0–1%
Caryophyllene9–15%7–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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