Super PridevsAhtanum
Super Pride (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Super Pride
Alpha acid
12.5–16.3%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Australia
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 Super Pride
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Super Pride
ResinFruityMild
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Super Pride | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–16.3% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–50% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–42% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |