Satus® Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Satus® (often called Status) is a high-performance American bittering hop developed by Yakima Chief Ranches in Washington State. During its peak production years, it was the preferred "workhorse" for breweries requiring massive alpha acid content for large-scale production. While it was primarily engineered for bittering efficiency and a clean, neutral profile, it remains a favorite among legacy brewers for its reliable performance in the kettle.

Although it was largely discontinued as a major commercial variety around 2016, its influence persists in many classic West Coast India Pale Ale recipes that relied on its potent resinous backbone to balance heavy malt profiles. Currently, it is not widely grown commercially, making it a "cult classic" for those who still have access to rhizomes or legacy lots.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Satus, the best alternatives are Chinook, Columbus, Galena, or Nugget.

At A Glance

Profile Resinous, Citrus, Lemon Zest, Orange Peel, Herbal, Woody
Purpose Bittering
Alpha Acid 12.5 - 14.0%
Substitutes Chinook, Columbus, Galena, Nugget
Pairs with Cascade (for added floral depth), Centennial (to brighten the citrus notes), Columbus / Tomahawk / Zeus (CTZ) (for a pungent/dank profile)
Beer Styles India Pale Ale, Pale Ale, Stout, Barleywine, Imperial Stout

General Information

Country United States
Aliases YCR 7, Status
Storage Stability
Retains 60 - 70% alpha acid

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 12.5 - 14.0%
Beta Acid 8.5 - 9.0%
Cohumulone 32.0 - 35.0%
Total Oil 1.5 - 2.8 ml/100g
Myrcene 40.0 - 45.0%
Humulene 15.0 - 20.0%
Caryophyllene 7.0 - 10.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Linalool ~0.6%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 2,200 - 2,600 lbs/acre
Maturity Late season
Resistant Good to common North American hop diseases
Growth Rate High
Cones Medium-sized, oval, and very dense
Ease of Harvest High; specifically bred for mechanical efficiency and high-speed processing in the Yakima Valley
Sex Female
Leaf Color Deep green
Side Arm Length 20" - 30"

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Citrus Herbal Lemon Zest Orange Peel Resinous Woody
Variety Name
Cascade Centennial Chinook Columbus Galena Nugget
Beer Style
Barleywine Imperial Stout India Pale Ale Pale Ale Stout
Usage
Bittering
Origin
United States
Breeding/Supplier
Yakima Chief
Last Updated
  • 2026-03-29 08:45:13
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.