CentennialvsZagrava
Centennial and Zagrava are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruity
Property
| Property | Centennial | Zagrava |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 8–12% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Ukraine |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |