Mango & Papaya with a Piney Backbone • Big Tropical AromaAzacca, named for the Haitian god of agriculture, was developed by the American Dwarf Hop Association and has become a go-to for brewers chasing ripe mango and papaya. Under the fruit sits a piney, citrusy structure that keeps tropical IPAs from tasting one-dimensional.Alpha acids run around 15%, so it can pull double duty, but its oils reward late additions where the fruit stays vivid.Flavor & Aroma Profile Ripe mango and papaya Bright orange citrus Pine and light spice Fresh tropical aroma Brewing Applications American IPA New England / Hazy IPA Pale Ale Double IPA Usage RecommendationsFor a 5-gallon batch, add Azacca in the whirlpool below 180°F and in the dry hop. It pairs well with Citra, Mosaic, and Idaho 7, and single-hop Azacca pale ales show off its full range.Specifications Alpha Acid: 15% Flavor Notes: Mango, papaya, citrus, pine Typical Use: Aroma / dual-purpose Common Additions: Whirlpool, dry hop Substitutes: Idaho 7, Mosaic, Strata Beer Styles: IPAs, hazy IPAs, pale ales
