KazbekvsAhtanum

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

Kazbek

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Czech Republic

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 Kazbek

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Lemon

Only in Kazbek

Spicy

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar

Property

PropertyKazbekAhtanum
Alpha acid5–8%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid4–6%4–6.5%
Co-humulone35–40%30–35%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene40–55%45–55%
Humulene20–35%15–22%
Caryophyllene10–15%9–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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