ElixirvsZeus

Elixir (aroma) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Elixir

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.6–7%

Beta acid

4.5–6.6%

Total oil

1.8–2.2 mL

France

Zeus

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

2.4–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Elixir

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Elixir

RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertyElixirZeus
Alpha acid4.6–7%13–17.5%
Beta acid4.5–6.6%4–6.5%
Co-humulone25–30%28–40%
Total oil1.8–2.2 mL2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene65–75%45–60%
Humulene1–2%9–18%
Caryophyllene26–27%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginFranceUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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