Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Olympic
Alpha acid
10.6–13.8%
Beta acid
3.8–6.1%
Total oil
0.86–2.55 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Olympic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Olympic
Spicy
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Olympic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 10.6–13.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.86–2.55 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |