Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sylva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppyWoody
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Sylva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3–7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 26–36% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 18–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 22–28% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |