SantiamvsWild Loyalist
Santiam and Wild Loyalist 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
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalEarthyNoble
Property
| Property | Santiam | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 4.7–6.7% |
| 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 | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Spalt
Styrian Golding