PetoskeyvsZeus

Petoskey (aroma) and Zeus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

Total oil

-

United States

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 Petoskey

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Zeus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pungent

Only in Petoskey

FloralPineapple

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurry

Property

PropertyPetoskeyZeus
Alpha acid12.1%13–17.5%
Beta acid6.16%4–6.5%
Co-humulone-28–40%
Total oil-2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene-45–60%
Humulene-9–18%
Caryophyllene-6–11%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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