Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Olicana
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitFloral
Only in Olicana
MangoPassion fruit
Only in Zythos
TangerineCitrusPineTropical
Property
| Property | Olicana | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |