Relax
Alpha acid
0.3–4%
Beta acid
10–15%
Total oil
1–1.3 mL
Germany
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Relax
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Relax
HoneydewMelonCognacLycheeLavenderLeatherHibiscusLemongrass
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Relax | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 0.3–4% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 10–15% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1–1.3 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–30% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |