SatusvsAdmiral

Satus and Admiral are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Satus

Bittering

Alpha acid

12–14.5%

Beta acid

8.5–9%

Total oil

1.5–2.8 mL

United States

Admiral

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16.2%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1–1.7 mL

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Satus

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Admiral

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Satus

Clean

Only in Admiral

OrangeTeaFreshPineResinHerbal

Property

PropertySatusAdmiral
Alpha acid12–14.5%13–16.2%
Beta acid8.5–9%4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone32–35%37–45%
Total oil1.5–2.8 mL1–1.7 mL
Myrcene40–45%39–48%
Humulene15–20%23–26%
Caryophyllene7–10%6–8%
Farnesene0–1%0–2%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeBitteringBittering

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