AhtanumvsAramis

Ahtanum and Aramis are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Aramis

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–1.6 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Aramis

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusFloral

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon

Only in Aramis

GreenHerbalSpicyGrassyBlack currant

Property

PropertyAhtanumAramis
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%5.5–8.5%
Beta acid4–6.5%3–5.5%
Co-humulone30–35%20–42%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL1.2–1.6 mL
Myrcene45–55%38–41%
Humulene15–22%19–22%
Caryophyllene9–12%2–8%
Farnesene0–1%2–4%
OriginUnited StatesFrance
PurposeAromaAroma

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