Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
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 Lambic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGrassy
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonPineappleTropicalCitrus
Only in Lambic
Woody
Property
| Property | Azacca | Lambic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 1–2% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 2.8–5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | - |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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