Northern Brewer (GR)vsSummer
Northern Brewer (GR) (bittering) and Summer (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Northern Brewer (GR)
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
1–2.1 mL
Germany
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 Northern Brewer (GR)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Summer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Northern Brewer (GR)
MintPine
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Northern Brewer (GR) | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 27–33% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1–2.1 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–45% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–20% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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