Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Tahoma
Alpha acid
7–8.2%
Beta acid
8.5–9.5%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Tahoma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitPineCitrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyPassion fruitBerryApricotBubblegum
Only in Tahoma
LemonCedarSpicyOrangeWoody
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Tahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 7–8.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 8.5–9.5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 15–17% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 67–72% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 9–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |