Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Idaho 7
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotOrangeGrapefruitPapayaResinPineFloralBlack currantEarthy
Only in Idaho Gem
PineappleCherryCandiedHerbalSpicyMintStone fruitRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |