Strata
Alpha acid
11–12.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
2.3–3.5 mL
United States
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strata
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CannabisGrapefruitDank
Only in Strata
Passion fruitStrawberryMusty
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlic
Property
| Property | Strata | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–12.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 2.3–3.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–65% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 22–30% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–13% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Galaxy