NZH-107vsZeus

NZH-107 (dual purpose) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Zeus

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

2.4–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertyNZH-107Zeus
Alpha acid8–11%13–17.5%
Beta acid5–7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone27–31%28–40%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%45–60%
Humulene7–10%9–18%
Caryophyllene4–8%6–11%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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