Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ernest
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGrassy
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonPineappleTropicalCitrus
Only in Ernest
HerbalStone fruit
Property
| Property | Azacca | Ernest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 4.4–6.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 50–55% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |