SambavsSequoia Blend
Samba and Sequoia Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Samba
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Sequoia Blend
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Samba
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sequoia Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleMango
Only in Samba
TropicalStone fruitCandyOrange
Only in Sequoia Blend
Pine
Property
| Property | Samba | Sequoia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 55–65% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–20% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |