Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapayaSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |