Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 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 Sylva
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppyWoody
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Sylva | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.3% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–7% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–36% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 18–27% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 22–28% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |