AhtanumvsHPA-016

Ahtanum and HPA-016 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPine

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Only in HPA-016

MandarinFruity

Property

PropertyAhtanumHPA-016
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%15.7–18.7%
Beta acid4–6.5%5.9–9%
Co-humulone30–35%33–37%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL1.7–1.9 mL
Myrcene45–55%35–49%
Humulene15–22%0–2%
Caryophyllene9–12%6–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeAromaAroma

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