Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Kazbek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Kazbek
Lemon
Property
| Property | Delta | Kazbek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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