ZeniavsTriumph

Zenia and Triumph are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Zenia

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4.4–5.1%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 mL

United States

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Zenia

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Triumph

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeCitrusFruityPine

Only in Zenia

DankResinOnionMarmaladeGarlic

Only in Triumph

SpicyPeachLime

Property

PropertyZeniaTriumph
Alpha acid11–14%9–12%
Beta acid4.4–5.1%3–5%
Co-humulone-22–26%
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL0.8–1.8 mL
Myrcene-25–40%
Humulene-28–34%
Caryophyllene-8–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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