Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
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 Mystic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mystic
Black currantPassion fruitWoody
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Mystic | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge