SticklebractvsAhtanum
Sticklebract (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sticklebract
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
6–8.5%
Total oil
0.75–1.8 mL
New Zealand
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 Sticklebract
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
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
PineCitrus
Only in Sticklebract
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Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Sticklebract | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–45% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.75–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 14–64% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 7–26% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–13% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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