Prussian
Alpha acid
4.29%
Beta acid
2.73%
Total oil
-
United States
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Prussian
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonPine
Only in Prussian
-
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitNectarineMelonThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Property
| Property | Prussian | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.29% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.73% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | - | - |
| Total oil | - | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |