Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLemonPine
Only in Adeena
HerbalSpicy
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyCedar
Property
| Property | Adeena | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding