CallistavsAhtanum

Callista and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

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 Callista

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pine

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangeApricotPeachBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Property

PropertyCallistaAhtanum
Alpha acid2–5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid5–10%4–6.5%
Co-humulone15–22%30–35%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene63–64%45–55%
Humulene-15–22%
Caryophyllene-9–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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