Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
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 Olicana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
GrapefruitFloral
Only in Olicana
MangoPassion fruit
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Olicana | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |