Pacific SunrisevsSantiam
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Santiam (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
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 Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineLemonOrangeMangoMelon
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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