Sitiva BlendvsMillennium

Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sitiva Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7.2–7.6%

Beta acid

4.2–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Millennium

Bittering

Alpha acid

14.5–18.5%

Beta acid

4.3–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sitiva Blend

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

When to pick Millennium

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Sitiva Blend

Stone fruitPeachLime

Only in Millennium

PearToffeeResinHerbal

Property

PropertySitiva BlendMillennium
Alpha acid7.2–7.6%14.5–18.5%
Beta acid4.2–4.5%4.3–6.5%
Co-humulone27–28%28–35%
Total oil-1.5–3 mL
Myrcene50–58%35–55%
Humulene10–11%15–25%
Caryophyllene-8–10%
Farnesene9–10%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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