Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pilgrim
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemonSpicyCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangePineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Pilgrim
FruityPearBerry
Property
| Property | Azacca | Pilgrim |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4.2–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 36–38% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 30–35% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 21–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |