VitalvsCeleia

Vital (dual purpose) and Celeia (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Vital

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–16%

Beta acid

6–11%

Total oil

1.1–2.5 mL

Czech Republic

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Vital

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Celeia

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LavenderSpicy

Only in Vital

PlumLicorice

Only in Celeia

NobleFloralEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyVitalCeleia
Alpha acid9–16%3–6%
Beta acid6–11%2–4%
Co-humulone21–26%25–29%
Total oil1.1–2.5 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene40–60%26–35%
Humulene2–5%18–23%
Caryophyllene5–8%8–9%
Farnesene1–3%3–7%
OriginCzech RepublicSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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