CeleiavsPahto

Celeia (aroma) and Pahto (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Pahto

Bittering

Alpha acid

17–20%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Celeia

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Pahto

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyHerbal

Only in Celeia

NobleFloralLavenderSpicy

Only in Pahto

NeutralCleanSmooth

Property

PropertyCeleiaPahto
Alpha acid3–6%17–20%
Beta acid2–4%4.5–6%
Co-humulone25–29%26–32%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene26–35%58–72%
Humulene18–23%8–11%
Caryophyllene8–9%3–6%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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