Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saphir
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Saphir
SpicyFruityTangerine
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Saphir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 12–17% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.8–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |