Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Mystic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPassion fruit
Only in Mystic
Black currantWoody
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyStone fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Mystic | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | UK | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge
Huell Melon
Palisade
Styrian Dragon