AtlasvsWurttemberg

Atlas (dual purpose) and Wurttemberg (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

Wurttemberg

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.8%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Atlas

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Wurttemberg

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralLimePine

Only in Atlas

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Only in Wurttemberg

CitrusOreganoWoody

Property

PropertyAtlasWurttemberg
Alpha acid5–11%3.8%
Beta acid4%3.1%
Co-humulone36–38%-
Total oil1.3–1.6 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene58–59%-
Humulene8–10%-
Caryophyllene3–5%-
Farnesene13–14%-
OriginSloveniaGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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