NZH-107vsCentennial
NZH-107 and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick NZH-107
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruit
Only in Centennial
PineFloralTangerine
Property
| Property | NZH-107 | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.2 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 7–10% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |