SimcoevsSouthern Sublime
Simcoe (dual purpose) and Southern Sublime (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 Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Sublime
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungent
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Southern Sublime |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 10.8–13.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4.9% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |