Styrian Aurora Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Styrian Aurora is the definitive "anchor" of Slovenian hop cultivation, a variety that perfectly balances agricultural power with continental elegance. Bred in the 1970s by theHop Research Institute in Žalec, Aurora is a diploid cross between the legendary Northern Brewer and a Yugoslavian male.

Known colloquially as "Super Styrian," Aurora was engineered to offer a more potent resin content than traditional landrace varieties without sacrificing the delicate aromatic traits of the Savinja Valley. An early-maturing plant typically ready for harvest in late August, it has become the most widely grown variety in Slovenia. Growers prize it for its heavy, reliable yields, while brewers value it as a true dual-purpose hop capable of providing a clean, stable bitterness and a sophisticated aromatic profile.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Styrian Aurora, the best alternatives are Bobek, Northern Brewer, Styrian Celeia, or Styrian Golding.

At A Glance

Profile Spicy, Herbal, Pine Needles, Dried Flowers, Sweet Hay, Lemon Zest, Lime, Peppermint, Anise
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 7.0 - 12.6%
Substitutes Bobek, Northern Brewer, Styrian Celeia, Styrian Golding
Pairs with more modern finish), Bobek (for a fruitier, Northern Brewer (to amplify the spice), Styrian Golding (to soften the herbal notes)
Beer Styles Blonde Ale, Pale Ale, Belgian Ale, Bitter, Pilsner, Lager

General Information

Country Slovenia
Aliases Super Styrian, Aurora
Storage Stability
Maintains 70% - 80% alpha acid

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 7.0 - 12.6%
Beta Acid 2.7 - 5.0%
Cohumulone 22.0 - 26.0%
Total Oil 0.9 - 1.6 ml/100g
Myrcene 45.0 - 55.0%
Humulene 20.0 - 27.0%
Caryophyllene 4.0 - 8.0%
Farnesene 5.0 - 10.0%
Linalool 0.6 - 1.0%
Geraniol 0.2 - 0.4%
Total Polyphenols 4.0 - 5.0%
Xanthohumol 0.3 - 0.5%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 940 lbs/acre
Maturity Mid-season
Resistant Verticillium wilt, Downy Mildew (high), Powdery Mildew (high)
Tolerant common European hop viruses (excellent)
Susceptible Aphid
Growth Rate Moderate
Cones Medium to large, narrowly ovate, and very rich in golden lupulin
Ease of Harvest Excellent; specifically selected for its suitability for modern mechanical picking and processing
Sex Female
Leaf Color Medium-dark green
Side Arm Length 20" - 30"

Styrian Aurora Aroma/Flavor Profile

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Anise Floral Hay Herbal Lemon Zest Lime Peppermint Pine Spicy
Variety Name
Bobek Northern Brewer Styrian Celeia Styrian Golding
Beer Style
Belgian Ale Bitter Blonde Ale Lager Pale Ale Pilsner
Usage
Dual: Aroma And Bittering
Origin
Slovenia
Breeding/Supplier
Hop Research Institute
Last Updated
  • 2026-03-28 07:32:45
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.