AhtanumvsEvergreen Blend
Ahtanum and Evergreen Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Evergreen Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Only in Evergreen Blend
PeachApricotGreenWatermelonTangerine
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Evergreen Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–32% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–3% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |