TeamakervsAhtanum

Teamaker and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Ahtanum

Aroma

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 Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Teamaker

Subtle

Only in Ahtanum

CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon

Property

PropertyTeamakerAhtanum
Alpha acid0.6–1.8%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid5.4–13.2%4–6.5%
Co-humulone-30–35%
Total oil-0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene59–61%45–55%
Humulene1–2%15–22%
Caryophyllene11–13%9–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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