SummitvsYeoman

Summit (bittering) and Yeoman (dual purpose) 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

Yeoman

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.7–2.4 mL

United Kingdom

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 Yeoman

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Only in Yeoman

Noble

Property

PropertySummitYeoman
Alpha acid15–17.5%12–16%
Beta acid4–6.5%4–5%
Co-humulone26–33%25%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.7–2.4 mL
Myrcene30–40%47–49%
Humulene18–22%19–21%
Caryophyllene12–16%9–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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