Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaHerbal
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Puławski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 38–39% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 24–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |