AhtanumvsYellow Sub
Ahtanum and Yellow Sub 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
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | - |
| Humulene | 15–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |