SimcoevsToyomidori
Simcoe (dual purpose) and Toyomidori (bittering) 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
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Only in Toyomidori
MildTobaccoGreen
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Toyomidori |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 11–13% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 58–60% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 9–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |