SantiamvsHallertau Tradition
Santiam and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Santiam | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |