Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
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 Harlequin
- 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
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Harlequin
Pineapple
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyCitrusStone fruit
Property
| Property | Harlequin | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.6 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–61% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 4–6% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 9–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Mosaic