Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Ariana
TangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 40–42% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 57–59% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |