Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 mL
United States
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahhhroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ekuanot
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerinePineappleMangoCinnamonPear
Only in Ekuanot
LemonOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonCitrusGuava
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Ekuanot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 13–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 31–38% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 2–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 12–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |