CentennialvsSitiva Blend
Centennial (dual purpose) and Sitiva Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Centennial | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |