Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 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 Sovereign
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |