Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sussex
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusEarthy
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedarLemon
Only in Sussex
GrassyMintVanilla
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Sussex |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4.3–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2.4–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 29–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.4–0.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 41–43% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 22–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |