WillamettevsZagrava
Willamette and Zagrava are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Key differences
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruity
Property
| Property | Willamette | Zagrava |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.2% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 8–12% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.6 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Ukraine |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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