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Ahtanum® Brand

YCR 1 | Alpha Acids: 4-6%

Bred by Yakima Chief Ranches, Ahtanum® YCR 1 is a distinguished aroma-type cultivar renowned for its unique blend of herbal and woody aromatic properties. Ahtanum has moderate bittering potential and is typically used as a late-boil, whirlpool, or dry-hop addition.

The variety is named after the location where Charles Carpenter established the first hop farm east of the Cascade Mountains in Washington State in 1869.

Characterized by a distinct profile that combines floral, spicy, and citrus notes, Ahtanum® is often described as having hints of cedar or black pepper. Moderate alpha-acid content makes this a balanced hop suitable for a wide range of traditional and modern styles.

Aroma Profile

  • Floral
  • Cedar
  • Citrus
  • Herbal
  • Grassy
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Technical Specifications

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TYPICAL BREWING VALUES

ALPHA ACIDS %

(30-35% COHUMULONE)

BETA ACIDS %

TOTAL OIL ml/100g

TOTAL OIL BREAKDOWN

(% OF TOTAL OIL)

B-PINENE0.6 - 1%
MYRCENE50 - 65%
LINALOOL0.2 - 0.5%
CARYOPHYLLENE7 - 11%
FARNESENE0.1 - 1%
HUMULENE12 - 20%
GERANIOL0.2 - 0.6%
SILINENE
OTHER0.9 - 29.9%

SENSORY ANALYSIS

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