Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Satus
Alpha acid
12–14.5%
Beta acid
8.5–9%
Total oil
1.5–2.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Satus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal
Only in Satus
Clean
Property
| Property | Admiral | Satus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 12–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 8.5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 32–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.5–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 40–45% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |