Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitPineLemon
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumEarthyFloralCedar
Only in Apollo
OrangeResinCannabisLimeDank
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Apollo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 15–20.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 14–20% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |