Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick X13459
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Only in X13459
FloralTropicalPeachStrawberry
Property
| Property | Simcoe | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |