Wild WolfvsAriana

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

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Ariana

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–13%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1.6–2.4 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Wild Wolf

  • 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

FruityHerbal

Only in Wild Wolf

Earthy

Only in Ariana

CitrusTangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineGooseberry

Property

PropertyWild WolfAriana
Alpha acid8.25%9–13%
Beta acid5.88%4.5–6%
Co-humulone-40–42%
Total oil-1.6–2.4 mL
Myrcene-57–59%
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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