Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Gaia
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Gaia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Gaia
HoppySpicy
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Gaia |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20–29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 23–37% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–7% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |