Pacific SunrisevsSimcoe
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Pacific Sunrise
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Simcoe
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |