HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
United States
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 472
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CoconutCitrus
Only in HBC 472
WoodyEarthyFloralFruityGrapefruitWhiskey
Only in Sabro
TangerineTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |