Nectaron
Alpha acid
9.5–12%
Beta acid
4.5–5%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
New Zealand
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nectaron
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPassion fruitGrapefruit
Only in Nectaron
TropicalPineapplePeachNectar
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Nectaron | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–12% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |