Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Bergamot
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeMango
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerinePineappleCinnamonPear
Only in Bergamot
OrangeDankCherryZestLemongrassJuniperTropicalPepperFloral
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Bergamot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 8–10.7% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 6–8.9% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 39–40% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 44–45% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 14–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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