Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Melba
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
2–4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Melba
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitSpicyCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeLemonPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Melba
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Azacca | Melba |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 2–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | - |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |