Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ariana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Ahtanum
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Ariana
TangerinePassion fruitPineappleJasmineHerbalFruityGooseberry
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Ariana | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |