SimcoevsYellow Sub
Simcoe (dual purpose) and Yellow Sub (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
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
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 Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ApricotCitrus
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryBubblegum
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | - |
| 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 | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |