Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Idaho 7
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zenia
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusOrangeResinPine
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotGrapefruitPapayaFloralBlack currantEarthy
Only in Zenia
DankOnionFruityMarmaladeGarlic
Property
| Property | Idaho 7 | Zenia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.9% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5% | 4.4–5.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |