AzaccavsBullion

Azacca and Bullion are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Bullion

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.3–12.5%

Beta acid

4.5–6.5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Azacca

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Bullion

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonPineappleGrassyTropicalCitrus

Only in Bullion

Black currant

Property

PropertyAzaccaBullion
Alpha acid14–16%5.3–12.5%
Beta acid4–5.5%4.5–6.5%
Co-humulone38–45%47–50%
Total oil1.6–2.5 mL1–2 mL
Myrcene46–55%40–55%
Humulene14–18%15–25%
Caryophyllene8–12%9–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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