CentennialvsSummer
Centennial (dual purpose) and Summer (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- 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
When to pick Summer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Centennial | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |