AhtanumvsSládek

Ahtanum and Sládek are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Sládek

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.5–9%

Beta acid

4–11%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Sládek

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grapefruit

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Only in Sládek

NobleFruityPeachPassion fruit

Property

PropertyAhtanumSládek
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%4.5–9%
Beta acid4–6.5%4–11%
Co-humulone30–35%23–40%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene45–55%35–50%
Humulene15–22%20–40%
Caryophyllene9–12%9–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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