NZH-107vsSummit

NZH-107 (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 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 NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summit

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusGrapefruit

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruit

Only in Summit

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Property

PropertyNZH-107Summit
Alpha acid8–11%15–17.5%
Beta acid5–7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone27–31%26–33%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene55–65%30–40%
Humulene7–10%18–22%
Caryophyllene4–8%12–16%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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