Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Azacca
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleMango
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerineLimeCinnamonPear
Only in Azacca
PapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonSpicyGrassyTropicalCitrus
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 46–55% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |