Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Sybilla
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–12%
Total oil
1.2–2.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Sybilla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineFloralLemon
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyCedar
Only in Sybilla
OrangeGingerChocolateTobacco
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Sybilla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 6–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–12% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.2–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 28–50% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |