BohemievsSummit

Bohemie (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 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 Summit

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Bohemie

HerbalFloralSpicy

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertyBohemieSummit
Alpha acid5–8%15–17.5%
Beta acid6–9%4–6.5%
Co-humulone23–26%26–33%
Total oil1–1.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene30–45%30–40%
Humulene17–23%18–22%
Caryophyllene7–10%12–16%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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