MillenniumvsSitiva Blend

Millennium (bittering) and Sitiva Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Sitiva Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7.2–7.6%

Beta acid

4.2–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Sitiva Blend

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeResinHerbal

Only in Sitiva Blend

Stone fruitPeachLime

Property

PropertyMillenniumSitiva Blend
Alpha acid14.5–18.5%7.2–7.6%
Beta acid4.3–6.5%4.2–4.5%
Co-humulone28–35%27–28%
Total oil1.5–3 mL-
Myrcene35–55%50–58%
Humulene15–25%10–11%
Caryophyllene8–10%-
Farnesene0–1%9–10%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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