Styrian CardinalvsAzacca
Styrian Cardinal (aroma) and Azacca (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineappleOrange
Only in Styrian Cardinal
GooseberryLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaGrapefruitLemonSpicyGrassyTropical
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 46–55% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |