AhtanumvsSequoia Blend
Ahtanum and Sequoia Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Sequoia Blend
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sequoia Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Sequoia Blend
MangoPineapple
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Sequoia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–20% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |