AhtanumvsSolero

Ahtanum and Solero 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

Solero

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–11.2%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.5–2 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Solero

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Only in Solero

TropicalMangoPassion fruit

Property

PropertyAhtanumSolero
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%9–11.2%
Beta acid4–6.5%5–7%
Co-humulone30–35%30–45%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL1.5–2 mL
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene15–22%-
Caryophyllene9–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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