MouterevsSummit

Moutere (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Moutere

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

17.5–19.5%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–1.9 mL

New Zealand

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Moutere

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summit

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitEarthy

Only in Moutere

TropicalPassion fruitHayPine

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeTangerineCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertyMoutereSummit
Alpha acid17.5–19.5%15–17.5%
Beta acid8–10%4–6.5%
Co-humulone24–28%26–33%
Total oil1.5–1.9 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene22–23%30–40%
Humulene15–16%18–22%
Caryophyllene5–6%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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