Styrian GoldingvsSantiam
Styrian Golding and Santiam are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweetNoble
Only in Santiam
FloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 14–18% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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