MarynkavsSimcoe

Marynka and Simcoe are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Simcoe

Dual purpose

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

PropertyMarynkaSimcoe
Alpha acid7.5–12%11–15%
Beta acid10–13%3–5%
Co-humulone26–33%15–21%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL0.8–3.2 mL
Myrcene28–31%40–50%
Humulene33–36%15–20%
Caryophyllene10–13%8–14%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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