Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
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 Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Zythos
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPine
Only in Eclipse
Mandarin
Only in Zythos
TangerineFloralGrapefruitTropical
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |