HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
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 HBC 472
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyFruityCitrusGrapefruit
Only in HBC 472
WoodyFloralCoconutWhiskey
Only in Simcoe
Passion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |