Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Zagrava
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
8–12%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Ukraine
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Zagrava
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Only in Zagrava
HerbalSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Zagrava |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 8–12% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Ukraine |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |