Vienna GoldvsAriana
Vienna Gold (dual purpose) and Ariana (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vienna Gold
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Australia
Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityPassion fruit
Only in Vienna Gold
Noble
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerinePineappleJasmineHerbalGooseberry
Property
| Property | Vienna Gold | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | - | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 40–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 57–59% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Cluster