Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Palisade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ApricotPassion fruit
Only in Summer
MelonGrassyCitrusStone fruitPeach
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtHoneyFloralClean
Property
| Property | Summer | Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 5.5–10% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 24–29% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 8–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |