Zenia
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4.4–5.1%
Total oil
0.7–2.5 mL
United States
Idaho 7
Alpha acid
9.5–14.9%
Beta acid
3.5–5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zenia
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Idaho 7
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ResinOrangeCitrusPine
Only in Zenia
DankOnionFruityMarmaladeGarlic
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantTropicalApricotGrapefruitPapayaFloralBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Zenia | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.4–5.1% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.5 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |