ToyomidorivsSimcoe
Toyomidori (bittering) and Simcoe (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Toyomidori
MildTobaccoGreen
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Toyomidori | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–13% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 9–12% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Japan | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |