Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleSpicyCitrus
Only in Tango
Passion fruit
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeGrapefruitLemonGrassyTropical
Property
| Property | Tango | Azacca |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–11% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–10% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 38–45% |
| Total oil | 2.4–4 mL | 1.6–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 46–55% |
| Humulene | - | 14–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |