SabrovsZeus

Sabro (aroma) and Zeus (bittering) 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

Zeus

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

2.4–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sabro

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Zeus

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sabro

CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Zeus

Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent

Property

PropertySabroZeus
Alpha acid12–17%13–17.5%
Beta acid4–7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone20–24%28–40%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL2.4–4.5 mL
Myrcene50–68%45–60%
Humulene7–14%9–18%
Caryophyllene7–11%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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