Styrian KolibrivsSummit
Styrian Kolibri (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 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 Kolibri
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantCannabis
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerGreenGrassPineapple
Only in Summit
AniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDank
Property
| Property | Styrian Kolibri | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–25% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–38% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 16–21% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 25–27% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |