McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 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 McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Spalt