AhtanumvsEquinox

Ahtanum and Equinox 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

Equinox

Aroma

Alpha acid

14.5–15.5%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Equinox

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Only in Equinox

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Property

PropertyAhtanumEquinox
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%14.5–15.5%
Beta acid4–6.5%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone30–35%32–38%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene15–22%-
Caryophyllene9–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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