SantiamvsStrisselspalt
Santiam and Strisselspalt 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
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
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 Strisselspalt
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Only in Strisselspalt
CitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Santiam | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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