Vienna GoldvsAurum
Vienna Gold (dual purpose) and Aurum (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
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aurum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFruity
Only in Vienna Gold
Passion fruit
Only in Aurum
SpicyFloralMildHerbalEarthyCitrus
Property
| Property | Vienna Gold | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | - | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–23% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Cluster