Grungeist
Alpha acid
2.9%
Beta acid
9%
Total oil
-
United States
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Grungeist
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruit
Only in Grungeist
KiwiPeachLemonFloralLavenderZest
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Grungeist | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.9% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 19.2% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Callista