HPA-016vsAhtanum

HPA-016 and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Ahtanum

Aroma

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 HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Ahtanum

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPine

Only in HPA-016

MandarinFruity

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Property

PropertyHPA-016Ahtanum
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%4–6.5%
Co-humulone33–37%30–35%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene35–49%45–55%
Humulene0–2%15–22%
Caryophyllene6–12%9–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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