Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zenith
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Target
MarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Only in Zenith
Floral
Property
| Property | Target | Zenith |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 51–53% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 18–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |