Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zappa
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Hydra
TangerineMandarinZestResinLimeBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricot
Only in Zappa
MintSavoryFruityMangoPassion fruitPineSpicyFresh
Property
| Property | Hydra | Zappa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 64–65% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |