IndependencevsIdaho 7
Independence and Idaho 7 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Independence
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Idaho 7
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusEarthyPine
Only in Independence
Stone fruitHerbalTobaccoGrassy
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotOrangeGrapefruitPapayaResinBlack currant
Property
| Property | Independence | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.7% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 1.5% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–21% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |