Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Junga
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
EarthyFruityGrapefruit
Only in Junga
SpicyBlack currant
Only in Simcoe
Passion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Junga | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |