Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick HORT9909
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonSpicyCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySweetNobleBlack currantPine
Property
| Property | Azacca | HORT9909 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 27–29% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 11–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |