Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Marynka
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitAniseEarthyCitrus
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonHerbal
Only in Summit
Black currantIncenseOrangeTangerineOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Marynka | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |