Sitiva BlendvsTomahawk

Sitiva Blend (aroma) and Tomahawk (dual purpose) 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

Tomahawk

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Sitiva Blend

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Tomahawk

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sitiva Blend

Stone fruitFloralPeachLime

Only in Tomahawk

CitrusBlack currantLicoriceCurryOnion

Property

PropertySitiva BlendTomahawk
Alpha acid7.2–7.6%15–17.5%
Beta acid4.2–4.5%4.5–6%
Co-humulone27–28%28–35%
Total oil-2.5–4.5 mL
Myrcene50–58%45–55%
Humulene10–11%9–14%
Caryophyllene-6–10%
Farnesene9–10%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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