EkuanotvsZamba Blend
Ekuanot and Zamba Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 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 Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zamba Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonCitrusGuava
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitTangerinePineapple
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–4% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |