Pride of RingwoodvsAhtanum
Pride of Ringwood (bittering) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
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 Pride of Ringwood
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Cedar
Only in Pride of Ringwood
OakHerbal
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralLemon
Property
| Property | Pride of Ringwood | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–11% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–39% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–41% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |