Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Arcadian
OrangeTangerine
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Arcadian |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |