PuławskivsSantiam

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

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

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 Puławski

  • 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

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Santiam

FloralSpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyPuławskiSantiam
Alpha acid8–11%5–8.5%
Beta acid3–4%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone26–30%18–24%
Total oil-1–2.2 mL
Myrcene38–39%15–25%
Humulene24–25%20–30%
Caryophyllene11–13%6–9%
Farnesene-14–18%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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