Styrian FoxvsSimcoe
Styrian Fox and Simcoe are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Fox
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineCitrus
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineappleHoney
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |