Sitiva BlendvsCentennial
Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Centennial (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusGrapefruitTangerine
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 7–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | - | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 55–65% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |