Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
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
When to pick Archer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLime
Only in Atlas
Pine
Only in Archer
ApricotCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | Atlas | Archer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 26–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | - |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |