Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Relax
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Relax |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 0.3–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 10–15% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 17–30% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |