Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tropica
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeDankTropical
Only in Bergamot
MangoCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperPepperFloral
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarin
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | - |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | - |
| Humulene | 14–15% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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