Hallertau TraditionvsSantiam
Hallertau Tradition and Santiam are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Tradition
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |