Sun
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4.5–7%
Total oil
-
United States
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sun
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Sun
-
Only in Adeena
SpicyFloralLemonPine
Property
| Property | Sun | Adeena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 3.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 34–38% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 27–30% |
| Humulene | - | 31–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 15–22% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Styrian Golding