SantiamvsWurttemberg
Santiam and Wurttemberg 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
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
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 Wurttemberg
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Santiam
SpicyBlack currant
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeCitrusPineOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Santiam | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8.5% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.3–8.5% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 18–24% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2.2 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 14–18% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |