Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Glacier
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Santiam | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Spalt