Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
-
Only in Altus
ResinTangerine
Property
| Property | Orion | Altus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 15–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 4–5.2% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 26–29% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 3–4.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | - |
| Humulene | 16–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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