Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
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 Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaHerbal
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedar
Property
| Property | Puławski | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |