AhhhromavsEkuanot

Ahhhroma (dual purpose) and Ekuanot (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Ahhhroma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.4–18.8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

2.1–4 mL

United States

Ekuanot

Aroma

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

PropertyAhhhromaEkuanot
Alpha acid15.4–18.8%13–15.5%
Beta acid6–9%4–5.5%
Co-humulone34–35%31–38%
Total oil2.1–4 mL2–4.5 mL
Myrcene55–56%30–45%
Humulene12–13%12–20%
Caryophyllene6–7%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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