Tsingdao FlowervsAhtanum
Tsingdao Flower (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tsingdao Flower
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
3–4.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
China
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 Tsingdao Flower
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyLemonCitrus
Only in Tsingdao Flower
Melon
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedar
Property
| Property | Tsingdao Flower | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.2% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–55% |
| Humulene | - | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | China | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |