AhtanumvsCeleia

Ahtanum and Celeia are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

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 Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyFloral

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineCedarLemon

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderSpicyHerbal

Property

PropertyAhtanumCeleia
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%3–6%
Beta acid4–6.5%2–4%
Co-humulone30–35%25–29%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene45–55%26–35%
Humulene15–22%18–23%
Caryophyllene9–12%8–9%
Farnesene0–1%3–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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