Pahto
Alpha acid
17–20%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Tomahawk
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pahto
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tomahawk
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Pahto
NeutralHerbalEarthyCleanSmooth
Only in Tomahawk
CitrusBlack currantLicoriceCurryOnion
Property
| Property | Pahto | Tomahawk |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 17–20% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–32% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–72% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 8–11% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–6% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |