Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bohemie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Bohemie
HerbalFloralSpicy
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Bohemie | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |