LumberjackvsSummer

Lumberjack (dual purpose) and Summer (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Lumberjack

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Canada

Summer

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.6–6.4%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1.4–2 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Lumberjack

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summer

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

MelonCitrus

Only in Lumberjack

SpicesCloveAllspiceBitterEarthy

Only in Summer

ApricotGrassyStone fruitPassion fruitPeach

Property

PropertyLumberjackSummer
Alpha acid9–12%5.6–6.4%
Beta acid-4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone-20–25%
Total oil-1.4–2 mL
Myrcene-29–38%
Humulene-28–50%
Caryophyllene-8–11%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginCanadaAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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