Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Samba
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalMangoOrange
Only in Samba
PineappleStone fruitCandy
Only in Bergamot
DankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperPepperFloral
Property
| Property | Samba | Bergamot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 8–10.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 6–8.9% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 39–40% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | 44–45% |
| Humulene | - | 14–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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