X13459vsAhtanum

X13459 and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

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 X13459

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Ahtanum

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralCitrus

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachStrawberry

Only in Ahtanum

GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon

Property

PropertyX13459Ahtanum
Alpha acid3–5.5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid4–5%4–6.5%
Co-humulone21–24%30–35%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.5–1.7 mL
Myrcene-45–55%
Humulene-15–22%
Caryophyllene-9–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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