AtlasvsAdeena

Atlas (dual purpose) and Adeena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Atlas

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–11%

Beta acid

4%

Total oil

1.3–1.6 mL

Slovenia

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Atlas

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Adeena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralPine

Only in Atlas

Lime

Only in Adeena

HerbalSpicyLemon

Property

PropertyAtlasAdeena
Alpha acid5–11%3.5–5%
Beta acid4%3–4%
Co-humulone36–38%34–38%
Total oil1.3–1.6 mL0.8–1.1 mL
Myrcene58–59%27–30%
Humulene8–10%31–45%
Caryophyllene3–5%15–22%
Farnesene13–14%4–7%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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