SabrovsDelta

Sabro and Delta are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

Delta

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–7%

Beta acid

5.5–7%

Total oil

0.5–1.1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sabro

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Delta

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Sabro

TangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Delta

MelonSpicy

Property

PropertySabroDelta
Alpha acid12–17%5.5–7%
Beta acid4–7%5.5–7%
Co-humulone20–24%22–24%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL0.5–1.1 mL
Myrcene50–68%25–40%
Humulene7–14%25–35%
Caryophyllene7–11%9–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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