HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Zeus
Alpha acid
13–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2.4–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Zeus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in HPA-016
MandarinCitrusPineFruity
Only in Zeus
Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent
Property
| Property | HPA-016 | Zeus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–18.7% | 13–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 28–40% |
| Total oil | 1.7–1.9 mL | 2.4–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 9–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |