Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zappa
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triumph
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityCitrusPineSpicy
Only in Zappa
MintSavoryMangoPassion fruitTropicalFresh
Only in Triumph
OrangePeachLime
Property
| Property | Zappa | Triumph |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.5 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 64–65% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 4–5% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |