Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Santiam
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Arcadian
OrangeTangerine
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Arcadian | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.8% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.5% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 18–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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