Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick HBC 472
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitEarthyFloral
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineCedarLemon
Only in HBC 472
WoodyCoconutFruityWhiskey
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | HBC 472 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 40–45% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.3–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 0.5–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 26–32% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |