Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bouclier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassySpicy
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Bouclier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 3.8–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2.4–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 42–47% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 37–39% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 33–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |