Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Santiam
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in Horizon
Citrus
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Property
| Property | Horizon | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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