ZagravavsCentennial
Zagrava and Centennial are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruity
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Zagrava | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 8–12% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Ukraine | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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