SantiamvsSitiva Blend
Santiam and Sitiva Blend 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Santiam | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Spalt