zulu@17
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Description:
OpenJDK distribution from Azul
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 17.0.18,17.64.17@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @azulsystems  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: java jdk openjdk development zulu programming
Install: brew install --cask zulu@17
About:
Azul Zulu is a certified build of OpenJDK that provides a reliable, high-performance Java platform for developers and enterprises. It offers long-term support (LTS) releases, security patches, and compatibility with the Java SE standard. This package delivers a stable JDK for building and running Java applications on macOS.
Key Features:
  • Certified OpenJDK distribution with TCK compliance
  • Long-term support (LTS) releases with timely security updates
  • Optimized performance for modern hardware
  • Free to use with commercial support available
Use Cases:
  • Developing enterprise Java applications
  • Running Java-based services and microservices
  • Building Android applications with Java dependencies
Alternatives:
  • temurin – Eclipse Temurin is another OpenJDK distribution with similar LTS support and community backing
  • oracle-jdk – Oracle JDK offers additional commercial features but requires a license for production use
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Feb 3, 2026 8:07pm 17.0.18,17.64.17 0 VERSION_BUMP 4d883786
Jan 21, 2026 1:59am 17.0.18,17.64.15 0 VERSION_BUMP 75561350
Sep 15, 2025 1:39pm 17.0.16,17.60.17 0 VERSION_BUMP 984f65c9