ArianavsZamba Blend
Ariana and Zamba Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zamba Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerinePineapple
Only in Ariana
CitrusPassion fruitJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitOrange
Property
| Property | Ariana | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | - | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–4% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |