Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPineappleCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonGrassyTropical
Only in Tango
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Azacca | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | - |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |