NZH-107vsSantiam

NZH-107 (dual purpose) and Santiam (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Santiam

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Santiam

FloralSpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyNZH-107Santiam
Alpha acid8–11%5–8.5%
Beta acid5–7%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone27–31%18–24%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene55–65%15–25%
Humulene7–10%20–30%
Caryophyllene4–8%6–9%
Farnesene4–7%14–18%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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