Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruitPineCedarLemon
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumEarthyFloral
Only in Tahoma
SpicyOrangeWoody
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |