SantiamvsVienna Gold
Santiam (aroma) and Vienna Gold (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
Vienna Gold
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Only in Vienna Gold
NobleFruityPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Santiam | Vienna Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | - |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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