Michigan CoppervsSimcoe
Michigan Copper (aroma) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Michigan Copper
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralTropicalBlack currantCandyResin
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |