Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Idaho 7
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusOrangeGrapefruitPapaya
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantApricotResinPineFloralBlack currantEarthy
Only in Azacca
MangoLemonSpicyPineappleGrassy
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 46–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |