GodivavsSantiam

Godiva and Santiam are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

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 Godiva

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Santiam

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Godiva

TangerineGooseberryWhite

Only in Santiam

FloralBlack currant

Property

PropertyGodivaSantiam
Alpha acid6–9%5–8.5%
Beta acid1.9–3%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone25–29%18–24%
Total oil0.4–0.8 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-20–30%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene-14–18%
OriginUKUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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