CeleiavsSimcoe

Celeia (aroma) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Simcoe

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–15%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–3.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Celeia

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Simcoe

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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

Earthy

Only in Celeia

NobleFloralLavenderSpicyHerbal

Only in Simcoe

FruityGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus

Property

PropertyCeleiaSimcoe
Alpha acid3–6%11–15%
Beta acid2–4%3–5%
Co-humulone25–29%15–21%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.8–3.2 mL
Myrcene26–35%40–50%
Humulene18–23%15–20%
Caryophyllene8–9%8–14%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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