Hop Type: Bittering

Origin: United States

Alpha Acid: 18.5%

Similar Varieties: Simcoe, Columbus, Warrior, Millenium

Common Styles: IPAs, Imperial IPAs

The peak of high-alpha varieties, Summit™ has exceptional alpha acid levels and a high oil content. It has a strong grapefruit aroma with notes of orange and tangerine. Used primarily for bittering, it has been employed for dry-hopping with some success.

Summit™

Introduced in 2003, Summit’s™ high alpha content and strong, unique aroma has made it popular for bittering and as a late edition hop.

Parentage 

Aroma 

tangerine; grapefruit; earthy; onion; garlic; distinct spice

Typical Analytical Range

Alpha: 

16-19%

Beta: 

3-6%

Co-Hum: 

26-33%

Total Oil: 

1.5-2.5ml/100g

Myrcene: 

30-50% of total oils

Caryoph: 

10-15% of total oils

Humulene: 

15-25% of total oils

Farnesene: 

<1% of total oils