SantiamvsAramis

Santiam and Aramis are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Santiam

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8.5%

Beta acid

5.3–8.5%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Aramis

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–1.6 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Aramis

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicyBlack currant

Only in Santiam

-

Only in Aramis

GreenHerbalCitrusGrassy

Property

PropertySantiamAramis
Alpha acid5–8.5%5.5–8.5%
Beta acid5.3–8.5%3–5.5%
Co-humulone18–24%20–42%
Total oil1–2.2 mL1.2–1.6 mL
Myrcene15–25%38–41%
Humulene20–30%19–22%
Caryophyllene6–9%2–8%
Farnesene14–18%2–4%
OriginUnited StatesFrance
PurposeAromaAroma

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