SummitvsYQH-1380

Summit (bittering) and YQH-1380 (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

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 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 YQH-1380

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Orange

Only in Summit

Black currantAniseIncenseGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis

Only in YQH-1380

PineappleGuavaLimePeach

Property

PropertySummitYQH-1380
Alpha acid15–17.5%9.3–11%
Beta acid4–6.5%6.8–7%
Co-humulone26–33%32–33%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.3–2 mL
Myrcene30–40%67–68%
Humulene18–22%9–10%
Caryophyllene12–16%4–5%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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