Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusStone fruit
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyPassion fruitPeach
Only in Tillicum
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Property
| Property | Summer | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |