SambavsZamba Blend
Samba and Zamba Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleMangoStone fruitOrange
Only in Samba
TropicalCandy
Only in Zamba Blend
Tangerine
Property
| Property | Samba | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 60–70% |
| Humulene | - | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–4% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |