SládekvsAhtanum

Sládek and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sládek

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.5–9%

Beta acid

4–11%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

Czech Republic

Ahtanum

Aroma

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 Sládek

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Ahtanum

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Grapefruit

Only in Sládek

NobleFruityPeachPassion fruit

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon

Property

PropertySládekAhtanum
Alpha acid4.5–9%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid4–11%4–6.5%
Co-humulone23–40%30–35%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene35–50%45–55%
Humulene20–40%15–22%
Caryophyllene9–14%9–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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