Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Loral
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Loral
FloralBlack currantDarkFruity
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical
Property
| Property | Loral | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 1.5–6.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3.4 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–58% | 46–55% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |