Kazbek
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Czech Republic
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Kazbek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyLemon
Only in Kazbek
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Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySweetCitrusNobleBlack currantPine
Property
| Property | Kazbek | HORT9909 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 27–29% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 11–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |