Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
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 Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Orion
Spicy
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Orion | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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