ZagravavsFirst Gold
Zagrava and First Gold 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
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Zagrava
Fruity
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrange
Property
| Property | Zagrava | First Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 5.6–10% |
| Beta acid | 8–12% | 2.3–4.1% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 29–35% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.7–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 24–28% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Ukraine | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Lubelski
Spalter Select
Willamette