SabrovsSummit

Sabro (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 mL

United States

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 Sabro

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Summit

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTangerine

Only in Sabro

CoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Property

PropertySabroSummit
Alpha acid12–17%15–17.5%
Beta acid4–7%4–6.5%
Co-humulone20–24%26–33%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene50–68%30–40%
Humulene7–14%18–22%
Caryophyllene7–11%12–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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