SantiamvsStyrian Kolibri
Santiam and Styrian Kolibri 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
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Styrian Kolibri
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicy
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Santiam | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 25–27% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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