SantiamvsVic Secret
Santiam (aroma) and Vic Secret (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Santiam | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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