Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Saaz (US)
Alpha acid
3–4.5%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saaz (US)
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedarLemon
Only in Saaz (US)
SlightlyNoble
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Saaz (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–30% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 35–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–13% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |