Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
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 Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGrapefruit
Only in Ella
SpicyTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Ella | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |