SimcoevsSouthern Aroma
Simcoe (dual purpose) and Southern Aroma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Only in Southern Aroma
FloralHayHerbalStrawNobleBlack currant
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |