HarmonievsSummit

Harmonie (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Harmonie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Summit

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Harmonie

BananaCaramelGreenApricot

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertyHarmonieSummit
Alpha acid4–8%15–17.5%
Beta acid5–8%4–6.5%
Co-humulone19–22%26–33%
Total oil0.9–1.4 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene30–40%30–40%
Humulene10–20%18–22%
Caryophyllene6–11%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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