AurumvsSantiam

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

Aurum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3.1%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

Germany

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 Aurum

  • 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 Aurum

FruityMildHerbalEarthyCitrusNoble

Only in Santiam

Black currant

Property

PropertyAurumSantiam
Alpha acid3.5–5.7%5–8.5%
Beta acid3.1%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone20–23%18–24%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-20–30%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-14–18%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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