| 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 M/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 Cascade-like aroma and for moderate bittering.
