Solero
Alpha acid
9–11.2%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Solero
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Zappa
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalMangoPassion fruit
Only in Solero
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Only in Zappa
MintSavoryFruityCitrusPineSpicyFresh
Property
| Property | Solero | Zappa |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11.2% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–45% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 1.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 64–65% |
| Humulene | - | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |