Barbe RougevsSimcoe
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusBerry
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralHerbal
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |