Styrian KolibrivsSantiam

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

Styrian Kolibri

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2.8–5.4%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Slovenia

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 Styrian Kolibri

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currant

Only in Styrian Kolibri

ElderflowerGreenGrassCannabisPineapple

Only in Santiam

FloralSpicy

Property

PropertyStyrian KolibriSantiam
Alpha acid4–6%5–8.5%
Beta acid2.8–5.4%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone21–25%18–24%
Total oil1–2 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene31–38%15–25%
Humulene16–21%20–30%
Caryophyllene5–7%6–9%
Farnesene25–27%14–18%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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