LemondropvsAzacca

Lemondrop (aroma) and Azacca (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lemondrop

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–7%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Lemondrop

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Azacca

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusLemon

Only in Lemondrop

FloralMintGreenMelon

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical

Property

PropertyLemondropAzacca
Alpha acid5–7%14–16%
Beta acid4–6%4–5.5%
Co-humulone28–34%38–45%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1.6–2.5 mL
Myrcene45–47%46–55%
Humulene56–58%14–18%
Caryophyllene9–10%8–12%
Farnesene6–7%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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