Styrian WolfvsSimcoe
Styrian Wolf and Simcoe are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 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 Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Simcoe
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitFruity
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoLemongrassElderflowerVioletFloralCoconut
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Styrian Wolf | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–18.5% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–6% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–23% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4.5 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 5–9% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |