Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Archer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Atlas
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeFloral
Only in Archer
ApricotCitrusPeach
Only in Atlas
Pine
Property
| Property | Archer | Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5–11% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 36–38% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1.3–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 58–59% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 8–10% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 13–14% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |