AhtanumvsX13459

Ahtanum and X13459 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick X13459

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusFloral

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachStrawberry

Property

PropertyAhtanumX13459
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%3–5.5%
Beta acid4–6.5%4–5%
Co-humulone30–35%21–24%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene45–55%-
Humulene15–22%-
Caryophyllene9–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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