SummervsYellow Sub
Summer and Yellow Sub are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ApricotCitrus
Only in Summer
MelonGrassyStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Summer | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | - |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | - |
| Humulene | 28–50% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Amarillo