AzaccavsSultana (Denali)
Azacca and Sultana (Denali) are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Sultana (Denali)
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–7%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sultana (Denali)
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonSpicyPineappleTropicalCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitGrassy
Only in Sultana (Denali)
Pine
Property
| Property | Azacca | Sultana (Denali) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 15–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |