LotusvsAzacca

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

Lotus

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–17%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 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 Lotus

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Azacca

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeTropical

Only in Lotus

VanillaBerryCream

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassyCitrus

Property

PropertyLotusAzacca
Alpha acid13–17%14–16%
Beta acid5–6%4–5.5%
Co-humulone33–39%38–45%
Total oil1.5–2.5 mL1.6–2.5 mL
Myrcene25–35%46–55%
Humulene35–40%14–18%
Caryophyllene-8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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