SummitvsWalhalla

Summit (bittering) and Walhalla (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

Walhalla

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.97–10%

Beta acid

3.75–6%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Summit

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

When to pick Walhalla

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusGarlic

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionDankCannabis

Only in Walhalla

GrassyHerbal

Property

PropertySummitWalhalla
Alpha acid15–17.5%5.97–10%
Beta acid4–6.5%3.75–6%
Co-humulone26–33%-
Total oil1.5–3 mL-
Myrcene30–40%-
Humulene18–22%-
Caryophyllene12–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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