Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Boomerang
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Boomerang
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Boomerang
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Property
| Property | Azacca | Boomerang |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 27–32% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 30–53% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 17–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |