General Hop Characteristics
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Chemical Composition
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Alpha Acids:
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5.7-6.3 %
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Beta Acids:
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5-6.5 %
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Cohumulone:
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30-35 %
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Myrcene:
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50-55 %
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Humulene:
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16-20 %
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Caryophyllene:
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9-12 %
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Farnesene:
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less than 1 %
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Total Oil:
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0.8-1.2 %
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Storage
(%AA/6 Mo/20°C):
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50-55 %
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Growing Characteristics
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Yield:
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high
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Harvest:
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mid to late
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This article discusses a specific variety of hops. For general information about selecting, using or propogating hops, see the main hop page
An open-pollinated aroma variety developed in Washington, Ahtanum is used for its distinctive, somewhat Cadcade-like aroma and for moderate bittering.