Southern SublimevsSimcoe
Southern Sublime (aroma) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Sublime
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungent
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Southern Sublime | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.8–13.4% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |