Zythos
Alpha acid
10–12.5%
Beta acid
4.7–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.2 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 Zythos
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Idaho 7
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralPineGrapefruitTropical
Only in Zythos
Tangerine
Only in Idaho 7
Black currantApricotOrangePapayaResinBlack currantEarthy
Property
| Property | Zythos | Idaho 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12.5% | 9.5–14.9% |
| Beta acid | 4.7–6.2% | 3.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–31% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 14–23% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |