Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
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 Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPineCedar
Only in Northdown
BerrySpicy
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyLemon
Property
| Property | Northdown | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–32% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–29% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 40–45% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–17% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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