Idaho 7vsZenia

Idaho 7 (aroma) and Zenia (dual purpose) 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

Zenia

Dual purpose

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

PropertyIdaho 7Zenia
Alpha acid9.5–14.9%11–14%
Beta acid3.5–5%4.4–5.1%
Co-humulone30–40%-
Total oil1–2 mL0.7–2.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene10–20%-
Caryophyllene6–10%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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