AramisvsSantiam

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

Aramis

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–1.6 mL

France

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 Aramis

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

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyBlack currantFloral

Only in Aramis

GreenHerbalCitrusGrassy

Only in Santiam

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Property

PropertyAramisSantiam
Alpha acid5.5–8.5%5–8.5%
Beta acid3–5.5%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone20–42%18–24%
Total oil1.2–1.6 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene38–41%15–25%
Humulene19–22%20–30%
Caryophyllene2–8%6–9%
Farnesene2–4%14–18%
OriginFranceUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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