Endeavour
Alpha acid
5–10.6%
Beta acid
3.8–5.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
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 Endeavour
- 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
Grapefruit
Only in Endeavour
Black currantLoganberrySpicyLime
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Endeavour | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–10.6% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.8–5.3% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–36% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–37% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 3–10% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |