HORT9909vsZeus

HORT9909 (dual purpose) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HORT9909

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–10%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

New Zealand

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 HORT9909

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currant

Only in HORT9909

LimeHaySweetSpicyCitrusLemonNoblePine

Only in Zeus

LicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertyHORT9909Zeus
Alpha acid6–10%13–17.5%
Beta acid3–4%4–6.5%
Co-humulone27–29%28–40%
Total oil-2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene49–51%45–60%
Humulene11–13%9–18%
Caryophyllene4–5%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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