Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Idaho Gem
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.3–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Idaho Gem
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusStone fruitMintHerbal
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalCedarCream
Only in Idaho Gem
PineappleCherryCandiedSpicyRedberryMojitoSweet
Property
| Property | Sabro | Idaho Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 1.3–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | - |
| Humulene | 7–14% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |