PalisadevsSantiam

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

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

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 Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Santiam

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean

Only in Santiam

SpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyPalisadeSantiam
Alpha acid5.5–10%5–8.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone24–29%18–24%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene45–55%15–25%
Humulene10–20%20–30%
Caryophyllene8–16%6–9%
Farnesene0–1%14–18%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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