Satus
Alpha acid
12–14.5%
Beta acid
8.5–9%
Total oil
1.5–2.8 mL
United States
Pilgrim
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.2–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Satus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pilgrim
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Satus
Clean
Only in Pilgrim
FruitySpicyLemonGrapefruitPearBerry
Property
| Property | Satus | Pilgrim |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14.5% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 8.5–9% | 4.2–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–35% | 36–38% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.8 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–45% | 30–35% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 21–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |