Zamba BlendvsSummit
Zamba Blend (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zamba Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeTangerine
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitPineapple
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseGrapefruitEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Zamba Blend | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 1–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |