ZappavsZula

Zappa (aroma) and Zula (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Zappa

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

8–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.5 mL

United States

Zula

Dual purpose

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

PropertyZappaZula
Alpha acid6–9%8–14%
Beta acid8–9%3.8–7%
Co-humulone40–45%30%
Total oil1.8–2.5 mL1.1–2 mL
Myrcene64–65%-
Humulene4–5%-
Caryophyllene8–9%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeAromaDual purpose