Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick NZH-107
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruit
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | NZH-107 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.4–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 7–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 4–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |