SantiamvsSpalt

Santiam and Spalt 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

Spalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Spalt

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Santiam

SpicyBlack currant

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertySantiamSpalt
Alpha acid5–8.5%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid5.3–8.5%3–5%
Co-humulone18–24%22–29%
Total oil1–2.2 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene15–25%20–35%
Humulene20–30%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–9%8–13%
Farnesene14–18%12–18%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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