Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
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United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sun
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Adeena
SpicyFloralLemonPine
Only in Sun
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Property
| Property | Adeena | Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | - |
| Humulene | 31–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Styrian Golding