Sorachi AcevsSimcoe
Sorachi Ace and Simcoe are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Simcoe
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoHerbal
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Sorachi Ace | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 6–8% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–26% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Japan | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |