Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
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 Herald
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Herald
OrangeClean
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Herald |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |