EclipsevsSantiam

Eclipse (dual purpose) and Santiam (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Eclipse

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.7–19%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.7 mL

Australia

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 Eclipse

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Santiam

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Eclipse

CitrusPineMandarin

Only in Santiam

FloralSpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyEclipseSantiam
Alpha acid15.7–19%5–8.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone33–37%18–24%
Total oil1.8–2.7 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene35–49%15–25%
Humulene0–2%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–12%6–9%
Farnesene0–1%14–18%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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