Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Admiral
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Resin
Only in Altus
SpicyTangerine
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Altus | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 39–48% |
| Humulene | - | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |