Vital
Alpha acid
9–16%
Beta acid
6–11%
Total oil
1.1–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
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 Vital
- 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
- 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 Vital
PlumLavenderSpicyLicorice
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Vital | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–16% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–11% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–26% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.1–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–60% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 2–5% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |