AzaccavsLemondrop

Azacca (dual purpose) and Lemondrop (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Lemondrop

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.8–2 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 Lemondrop

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonCitrus

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical

Only in Lemondrop

FloralMintGreenMelon

Property

PropertyAzaccaLemondrop
Alpha acid14–16%5–7%
Beta acid4–5.5%4–6%
Co-humulone38–45%28–34%
Total oil1.6–2.5 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene46–55%45–47%
Humulene14–18%56–58%
Caryophyllene8–12%9–10%
Farnesene0–1%6–7%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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