CentennialvsZamba Blend
Centennial (dual purpose) and Zamba Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Zamba Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tangerine
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruit
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitOrangePineapple
Property
| Property | Centennial | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–4% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |