SabrovsAzacca

Sabro (aroma) and Azacca (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sabro

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Azacca

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTropical

Only in Sabro

TangerineCoconutStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonSpicyPineappleGrassy

Property

PropertySabroAzacca
Alpha acid12–17%14–16%
Beta acid4–7%4–5.5%
Co-humulone20–24%38–45%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1.6–2.5 mL
Myrcene50–68%46–55%
Humulene7–14%14–18%
Caryophyllene7–11%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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