TNT BlendvsSimcoe

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

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Simcoe

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–15%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–3.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Simcoe

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityCitrus

Only in TNT Blend

Green

Only in Simcoe

EarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum

Property

PropertyTNT BlendSimcoe
Alpha acid11.5–13%11–15%
Beta acid-3–5%
Co-humulone-15–21%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL0.8–3.2 mL
Myrcene-40–50%
Humulene-15–20%
Caryophyllene-8–14%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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