Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropicalTangerineFloral
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoOrangeSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Zythos
PineGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Elixir | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |