Sequoia BlendvsSultana (Denali)

Sequoia Blend (aroma) and Sultana (Denali) (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sequoia Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 mL

United States

Sultana (Denali)

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

13–16%

Beta acid

3.5–7%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sequoia Blend

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Sultana (Denali)

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineapplePine

Only in Sequoia Blend

Mango

Only in Sultana (Denali)

CitrusSpicyLemonTropical

Property

PropertySequoia BlendSultana (Denali)
Alpha acid9–12%13–16%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%3.5–7%
Co-humulone28–32%22–26%
Total oil1.5–2.5 mL2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%54–55%
Humulene-15–17%
Caryophyllene5–9%5–7%
Farnesene12–20%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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