Idaho 7vsJunga

Idaho 7 (aroma) and Junga (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Idaho 7

Aroma

Alpha acid

9.5–14.9%

Beta acid

3.5–5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

Junga

Bittering

Alpha acid

10–14%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

1.5–2.6 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Idaho 7

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Junga

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currantGrapefruitBlack currantEarthy

Only in Idaho 7

TropicalCitrusApricotOrangePapayaResinPineFloral

Only in Junga

SpicyFruity

Property

PropertyIdaho 7Junga
Alpha acid9.5–14.9%10–14%
Beta acid3.5–5%5–8%
Co-humulone30–40%29–34%
Total oil1–2 mL1.5–2.6 mL
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene10–20%-
Caryophyllene6–10%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeAromaBittering

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