AhtanumvsCaliente

Ahtanum (aroma) and Caliente (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Caliente

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4.3%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Caliente

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPineLemon

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedar

Only in Caliente

PeachStone fruitMandarinZest

Property

PropertyAhtanumCaliente
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%14–16%
Beta acid4–6.5%4.3%
Co-humulone30–35%35%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL-
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene15–22%-
Caryophyllene9–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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