AzaccavsBarbe Rouge
Azacca (dual purpose) and Barbe Rouge (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerryHerbal
Property
| Property | Azacca | Barbe Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 3.8–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.3–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1.1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 35–60% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |