Styrian DragonvsSummit
Styrian Dragon (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrapefruit
Only in Styrian Dragon
FloralLemonBerryRoseTropical
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Styrian Dragon | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–11% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–8.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–24% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.1 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–63% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 22–33% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |