SantiamvsTNT Blend

Santiam and TNT Blend 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

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Santiam

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Santiam

FloralSpicyBlack currant

Only in TNT Blend

FruityCitrusGreen

Property

PropertySantiamTNT Blend
Alpha acid5–8.5%11.5–13%
Beta acid5.3–8.5%-
Co-humulone18–24%-
Total oil1–2.2 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene15–25%-
Humulene20–30%-
Caryophyllene6–9%-
Farnesene14–18%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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