YQH-1380
Alpha acid
9.3–11%
Beta acid
6.8–7%
Total oil
1.3–2 mL
United States
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
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
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in YQH-1380
PineappleGuavaLimePeach
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseGrapefruitTangerineEarthyCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | YQH-1380 | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.3–11% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.8–7% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–33% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 67–68% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 9–10% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |