Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruit
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |