Buzz BulletsvsAhtanum
Buzz Bullets (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Buzz Bullets
Alpha acid
8–10%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
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 Buzz Bullets
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Buzz Bullets
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Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Buzz Bullets | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |