AltusvsWillamette
Altus (aroma) and Willamette (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
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 Willamette
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Altus
ResinSpicyTangerine
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Altus | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding