Zappa
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.5 mL
United States
Zula
Alpha acid
8–14%
Beta acid
3.8–7%
Total oil
1.1–2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Zappa
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zula
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityTropicalCitrus
Only in Zappa
MintSavoryMangoPassion fruitPineSpicyFresh
Only in Zula
Clean
Property
| Property | Zappa | Zula |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 8–14% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 3.8–7% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.5 mL | 1.1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 64–65% | - |
| Humulene | 4–5% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |