AtlasvsWillamette
Atlas and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 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
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Willamette
CitrusIncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Atlas | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 5–6% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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