HPA-016vsSummit

HPA-016 (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

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 HPA-016

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Summit

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in HPA-016

MandarinPineFruity

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertyHPA-016Summit
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%15–17.5%
Beta acid5.9–9%4–6.5%
Co-humulone33–37%26–33%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene35–49%30–40%
Humulene0–2%18–22%
Caryophyllene6–12%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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