ZagravavsHersbrucker
Zagrava (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Zagrava
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFruityFloral
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Zagrava | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 8–12% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Ukraine | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Liberty
Lubelski