Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
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
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitPineEarthy
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumFloralCedarLemon
Only in Simcoe
FruityPassion fruitBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |