Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 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 Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwood
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Property
| Property | Elixir | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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