Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Zenith
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Zythos
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Zenith
-
Only in Zythos
TangerinePineGrapefruitTropical
Property
| Property | Zenith | Zythos |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 10–12.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 4.7–6.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 28–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 51–53% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 14–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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