Perle (GR)vsAhtanum
Perle (GR) and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Perle (GR)
Alpha acid
4–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–2.5 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 Perle (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralEarthy
Only in Perle (GR)
FruityMintStone fruitHerbalSlightly
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Perle (GR) | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–20% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |