Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
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 Archer
- 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
Floral
Only in Archer
ApricotLimeCitrusPeach
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Archer | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Spalt