AtlasvsWurttemberg
Atlas (dual purpose) and Wurttemberg (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Wurttemberg
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
| Property | Atlas | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | - |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | - |
| Humulene | 8–10% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | - |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |