AzaccavsYellow Sub
Azacca (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotBlackberry
Property
| Property | Azacca | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | - |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | - |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |