AhtanumvsTardif de Bourgogne
Ahtanum and Tardif de Bourgogne are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncenseRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |