Sequoia BlendvsAhtanum
Sequoia Blend and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sequoia Blend
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
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 Sequoia Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Sequoia Blend
MangoPineapple
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Sequoia Blend | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 12–20% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |