Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Saphir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Saphir
FruityTangerine
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Property
| Property | Saphir | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–4.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 12–17% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.4 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |