Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalPine
Only in Adeena
SpicyFloralLemon
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Adeena | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Styrian Golding