Product Details
Summit Hops
Summit™ is a super high-alpha dwarf variety developed by the American Dwarf Hop Association and released in 2003. Known for its potent bittering capabilities and distinctive aroma profile, Summit™ imparts bold flavors of tangerine, grapefruit, and orange, accompanied by earthy and spicy undertones. Its unique character makes it a versatile choice for various beer styles, especially hop-forward brews.
Summit™ Hops Overview
- Flavors: Tangerine, grapefruit, orange, earthy, spicy, onion, garlic
- Primary Usage: Bittering and aroma (late kettle additions, dry hopping)
- Best Beer Styles: IPA, Imperial IPA, Pale Ale, Barleywine, Stout
- Similar Varieties: Apollo™, Columbus, Simcoe®, Warrior®
Background
Summit™ was bred from a complex lineage including Lexus, Zeus, Nugget, and open pollination. As the first dwarf variety produced in the U.S., it thrives on low trellis systems, offering high yields and resistance to certain diseases. While primarily used for bittering due to its high alpha acid content, Summit™ also contributes a unique and robust aroma when used in late additions or dry hopping.
Summit Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 16.0 – 19.0% |
| Beta Acids | 4.0 – 6.5% |
| Cohumulone | 26 – 33% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.5 – 2.5 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 35 – 50% |
| Humulene | 15 – 25% |
| Caryophyllene | 10 – 15% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
Additional Information
- SKU
- HP45, HP45E
- Hops Format
- Pellet
- Country of Origin
- USA
- Alpha Acid
- High (10+%)