Fantasia BlendvsSantiam
Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) and Santiam (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
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 Fantasia Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelCreamNobleStone fruit
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Fantasia Blend | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–6.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.25 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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