TalusvsSantiam

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

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

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 Talus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Santiam

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Talus

GrapefruitCitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody

Only in Santiam

SpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyTalusSantiam
Alpha acid8.1–9.5%5–8.5%
Beta acid8.3–10.2%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone34–39%18–24%
Total oil1–2.7 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene40–50%15–25%
Humulene16–21%20–30%
Caryophyllene9–13%6–9%
Farnesene0–1%14–18%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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