Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
HBC 692
Alpha acid
8.9–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick HBC 692
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPineFloral
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGeraniumEarthyCedarLemon
Only in HBC 692
Stone fruitPotpourriWoodyCream
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | HBC 692 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 8.9–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |