Styrian FoxvsZythos
Styrian Fox and Zythos are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Fox
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalPineCitrus
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerPineappleHoney
Only in Zythos
TangerineFloralGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |