SantiamvsTardif de Bourgogne
Santiam and Tardif de Bourgogne 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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 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 Tardif de Bourgogne
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Santiam | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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