Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
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 Bouclier
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Santiam
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassyCitrus
Only in Santiam
FloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 14–18% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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