SimcoevsWild Loyalist
Simcoe (dual purpose) and Wild Loyalist (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
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Simcoe
FruityGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalSpicyFloralNoble
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4.7–6.7% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |