ZeniavsAdmiral

Zenia (dual purpose) and Admiral (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Zenia

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4.4–5.1%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 mL

United States

Admiral

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16.2%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Zenia

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Admiral

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

ResinOrangeCitrusPine

Only in Zenia

DankOnionFruityMarmaladeGarlic

Only in Admiral

TeaFreshHerbal

Property

PropertyZeniaAdmiral
Alpha acid11–14%13–16.2%
Beta acid4.4–5.1%4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone-37–45%
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL1–1.7 mL
Myrcene-39–48%
Humulene-23–26%
Caryophyllene-6–8%
Farnesene-0–2%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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