Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
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 Ella
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Ella
GrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Property
| Property | Ella | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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