Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Dr. Rudi
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Idaho 7
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ResinPine
Only in Dr. Rudi
Lemongrass
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalCitrusApricotOrangeGrapefruitPapayaFloralBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Dr. Rudi | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 7–8.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–39% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–30% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 33–34% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |