Description
Simcoe is a patented variety that is quickly finding its way into the hearts of bitter-loving craft brewers. Intense pine aroma adds to the fresh, youthful vigor.
Simcoe Hops YCR-14cv.
$1.75
Simcoe is a patented variety that is quickly finding its way into the hearts of bitter-loving craft brewers. Intense pine aroma adds to the fresh, youthful vigor.
Hop Qualities
Simcoe Hops YCR-14cv. Flavor
In 2000, Select Botanicals Group released the Simcoe Brand YCR 14 hop variety which is an aroma variety known for its versatility and unique characteristics. Simcoe Brand hops boasts several different aromas including passion fruit, pine, earthy, and citrus, and also has strong bittering qualities with an alpha acid level of 12%-14%. It is used extensively in the craft and home brewing industry. (Reference)
Hop Growers of America Information
Developed by Select Botanicals Group, Simcoe® is an aroma hop variety known for its versatility and unique characteristics. Simcoe® brand hops boast several different aromas including passionfruit, pine, earthy, and citrus, and also have strong bittering qualities with an alpha acid level of 12%-14%. It is used extensively in the craft and home brewing industry.- Commercial Examples:
- Pale Ales, IPAs, Red Ales, Strong Ales
- Acid Range (Alpha %)
12–15% 12–15%
- Beta Range
- 4–5%
- Cohumulone
- 15–20% of alpha acids
- Total Oils
- 2–2.5 Mls. per 100 grams dried hops
- Myrcene
- 60–65% of total oils
- Caryophyllene
- 5–8% of total oils
- Humulene
- 10–15% of total oils
- Possible Substitutions
