Styrian WolfvsSummit
Styrian Wolf (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Wolf
Alpha acid
10–18.5%
Beta acid
2.1–6%
Total oil
0.7–4.5 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 Wolf
- 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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Wolf
MangoPassion fruitLemongrassElderflowerVioletFloralFruityCoconut
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Styrian Wolf | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–18.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–23% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 5–9% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |