Amethyst
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Amethyst
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Amethyst
Earthy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobacco
Property
| Property | Amethyst | Agnus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 29–38% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 40–55% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Columbus
Target