YQH-1380vsSimcoe

YQH-1380 and Simcoe are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 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 YQH-1380

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Simcoe

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in YQH-1380

PineappleGuavaLimePeachOrange

Only in Simcoe

FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus

Property

PropertyYQH-1380Simcoe
Alpha acid9.3–11%11–15%
Beta acid6.8–7%3–5%
Co-humulone32–33%15–21%
Total oil1.3–2 mL0.8–3.2 mL
Myrcene67–68%40–50%
Humulene9–10%15–20%
Caryophyllene4–5%8–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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