SabrovsParadigm

Sabro and Paradigm 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

Paradigm

Aroma

Alpha acid

8–11.7%

Beta acid

3.9–6.3%

Total oil

1.2–2.17 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

When to pick Paradigm

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalStone fruitMintHerbal

Only in Sabro

CitrusTangerineCoconutCedarCream

Only in Paradigm

SpicyMelonCandyDankPapayaPearChamomile

Property

PropertySabroParadigm
Alpha acid12–17%8–11.7%
Beta acid4–7%3.9–6.3%
Co-humulone20–24%34–35%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1.2–2.17 mL
Myrcene50–68%39–40%
Humulene7–14%4–5%
Caryophyllene7–11%3–4%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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