Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 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 Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Zythos
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruitTropical
Only in Ella
SpicyNobleAnise
Only in Zythos
TangerineCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Ella | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 1–3% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |