Sitiva BlendvsArcher
Sitiva Blend and Archer are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Archer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPeachLime
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruit
Only in Archer
ApricotCitrus
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Archer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 26–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |