Green BulletvsAhtanum
Green Bullet (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Green Bullet
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
6.5–7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
New Zealand
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 Green Bullet
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
PineFloral
Only in Green Bullet
Black currantPlumResinDried
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Green Bullet | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.5–7% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–43% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 28–29% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |