TeamakervsSantiam

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

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

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 Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Santiam

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Teamaker

Subtle

Only in Santiam

SpicyBlack currant

Property

PropertyTeamakerSantiam
Alpha acid0.6–1.8%5–8.5%
Beta acid5.4–13.2%5.3–8.5%
Co-humulone-18–24%
Total oil-1–2.2 mL
Myrcene59–61%15–25%
Humulene1–2%20–30%
Caryophyllene11–13%6–9%
Farnesene0–1%14–18%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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