Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Idaho 7
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mackinac
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantTropicalCitrusPapayaFloralBlack currant
Only in Idaho 7
ApricotOrangeGrapefruitResinPineEarthy
Only in Mackinac
MelonSpicy
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |