Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
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 Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrusFloral
Only in Horizon
Spicy
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Horizon | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |