Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Godiva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyTangerine
Only in Godiva
GooseberryWhite
Only in Altus
Resin
Property
| Property | Godiva | Altus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 15–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.9–3% | 4–5.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25–29% | 26–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 3–4.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Wai-iti