LawtonvsAhtanum

Lawton (bittering) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lawton

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–4%

Beta acid

3–3.2%

Total oil

-

United States

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 Lawton

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Earthy

Only in Lawton

PungentWoodyDank

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedarLemon

Property

PropertyLawtonAhtanum
Alpha acid3.5–4%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid3–3.2%4–6.5%
Co-humulone-30–35%
Total oil-0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-15–22%
Caryophyllene-9–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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