PahtovsPremiant

Pahto and Premiant are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Pahto

Bittering

Alpha acid

17–20%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Premiant

Bittering

Alpha acid

7–9%

Beta acid

3.5–6.5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Pahto

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Premiant

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Neutral

Only in Pahto

HerbalEarthyCleanSmooth

Only in Premiant

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Property

PropertyPahtoPremiant
Alpha acid17–20%7–9%
Beta acid4.5–6%3.5–6.5%
Co-humulone26–32%18–23%
Total oil1–2.5 mL1–2 mL
Myrcene58–72%35–50%
Humulene8–11%20–40%
Caryophyllene3–6%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%1–3%
OriginUnited StatesCzech Republic
PurposeBitteringBittering

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