SummitvsTNT Blend

Summit (bittering) and TNT Blend (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Summit

Bittering

Alpha acid

15–17.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Summit

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Only in TNT Blend

FruityGreen

Property

PropertySummitTNT Blend
Alpha acid15–17.5%11.5–13%
Beta acid4–6.5%-
Co-humulone26–33%-
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene30–40%-
Humulene18–22%-
Caryophyllene12–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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