SummitvsYellow Sub
Summit (bittering) and Yellow Sub (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
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 Yellow Sub
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeCitrus
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotBlackberry
Property
| Property | Summit | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–17.5% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | - |
| Humulene | 18–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 12–16% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |