Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Diamant
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Diamant
FennelLavender
Only in Zythos
TangerineFloralPineGrapefruitTropical
Property
| Property | Diamant | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 18–20% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.7 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–50% |
| Humulene | - | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–3% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |