PalisadevsSummer

Palisade (dual purpose) and Summer (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Summer

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.6–6.4%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1.4–2 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summer

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitApricot

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyFloralClean

Only in Summer

MelonGrassyCitrusStone fruitPeach

Property

PropertyPalisadeSummer
Alpha acid5.5–10%5.6–6.4%
Beta acid5.5–8%4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone24–29%20–25%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1.4–2 mL
Myrcene45–55%29–38%
Humulene10–20%28–50%
Caryophyllene8–16%8–11%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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