Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Idaho 7
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Talus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalCitrusGrapefruitResinPineFloral
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantApricotOrangePapayaBlack currantEarthy
Only in Talus
RoseSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |