Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPineappleCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonGrassyTropical
Only in Idaho Gem
CherryCandiedHerbalMintStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Azacca | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | - |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |