Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
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 Summer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitApricotCitrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPineBerryBubblegum
Only in Summer
MelonGrassyStone fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |