Yellow SubvsSantiam
Yellow Sub and Santiam are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
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 Yellow Sub
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetCitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Only in Santiam
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Yellow Sub | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.2–7.2% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 18–24% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 14–18% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |