Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 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 Marynka
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitEarthyCitrus
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonAniseHerbal
Only in Simcoe
FruityPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Marynka | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |