Diamond SpringsvsSummit
Diamond Springs (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Diamond Springs
Alpha acid
4.83%
Beta acid
3.18%
Total oil
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United States
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Diamond Springs
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Diamond Springs
LemonMint
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Diamond Springs | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.83% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.18% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 26–33% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–40% |
| Humulene | - | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |