Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Azacca
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitLemonCitrus
Only in Azacca
MangoPapayaOrangeSpicyPineappleGrassyTropical
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Property
| Property | Azacca | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |