Sybilla
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–12%
Total oil
1.2–2.2 mL
Poland
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 Sybilla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLemonPineCitrus
Only in Sybilla
OrangeGingerChocolateTobacco
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumEarthyCedar
Property
| Property | Sybilla | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–12% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2.2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 40–45% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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