Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
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 Pilgrim
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Pilgrim
FruitySpicyPearBerry
Only in Ahtanum
GeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Property
| Property | Pilgrim | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 21–25% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |