X13459vsMillennium

X13459 (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick X13459

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeResinHerbal

Property

PropertyX13459Millennium
Alpha acid3–5.5%14.5–18.5%
Beta acid4–5%4.3–6.5%
Co-humulone21–24%28–35%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene-35–55%
Humulene-15–25%
Caryophyllene-8–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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