Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Cekin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Cekin
Mild
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Cekin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.65–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 7–8% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |