Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
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 Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrus
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshResinHerbal
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Admiral | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |