CalientevsAhtanum

Caliente (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Caliente

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4.3%

Total oil

-

United States

Ahtanum

Aroma

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 Caliente

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPineLemon

Only in Caliente

PeachStone fruitMandarinZest

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedar

Property

PropertyCalienteAhtanum
Alpha acid14–16%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid4.3%4–6.5%
Co-humulone35%30–35%
Total oil-0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-15–22%
Caryophyllene-9–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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