AdeenavsSantiam

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

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Santiam

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8.5%

Beta acid

5.3–8.5%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Adeena

HerbalLemonPine

Only in Santiam

Black currant

Property

PropertyAdeenaSantiam
Alpha acid3.5–5%5–8.5%
Beta acid3–4%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone34–38%18–24%
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene27–30%15–25%
Humulene31–45%20–30%
Caryophyllene15–22%6–9%
Farnesene4–7%14–18%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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