Sitiva BlendvsSantiam

Sitiva Blend and Santiam are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Sitiva Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7.2–7.6%

Beta acid

4.2–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Santiam

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8.5%

Beta acid

5.3–8.5%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sitiva Blend

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Sitiva Blend

Stone fruitPeachLime

Only in Santiam

SpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertySitiva BlendSantiam
Alpha acid7.2–7.6%5–8.5%
Beta acid4.2–4.5%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone27–28%18–24%
Total oil-1–2.2 mL
Myrcene50–58%15–25%
Humulene10–11%20–30%
Caryophyllene-6–9%
Farnesene9–10%14–18%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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