WillamettevsZenia
Willamette and Zenia 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
Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Willamette
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Zenia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Only in Zenia
DankResinOrangeOnionFruityPineMarmaladeGarlic
Property
| Property | Willamette | Zenia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.2% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 4.4–5.1% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.6 mL | 0.7–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | - |
| Humulene | 20–27% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 5–6% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding