LumberjackvsAhtanum

Lumberjack (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lumberjack

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Canada

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 Lumberjack

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusEarthy

Only in Lumberjack

MelonSpicesCloveAllspiceBitter

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedarLemon

Property

PropertyLumberjackAhtanum
Alpha acid9–12%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid-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%
OriginCanadaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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