Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Zeus
Alpha acid
13–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2.4–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tango
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Zeus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicyCitrus
Only in Zeus
Black currantLicoriceCurryPungent
Property
| Property | Tango | Zeus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–11% | 13–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–10% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 28–40% |
| Total oil | 2.4–4 mL | 2.4–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–60% |
| Humulene | - | 9–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |