Description
Summit 100 g hop pellets – high-alpha hop with citrus
Summit is an American high-alpha hop, a dwarf variety from the American Dwarf Hop Association released in 2003. It has a high bittering content and good storage stability. The aroma has citrus such as tangerine, orange and grapefruit, and BarthHaas also describes spicy, herbal notes and a distinct green character. Summit suits IPA and imperial stout, among others. The 100 g pack is suited to homebrewers.
Characteristics
- Origin: USA, American Dwarf Hop Association (released 2003)
- Use: primarily bittering, but also adds aroma
- Aroma: tangerine, orange, grapefruit, spice and herbs
- Beer styles: IPA and imperial stout
- Alternative hops: Columbus, Simcoe
How to use Summit
With its high alpha acid, Summit is efficient for bittering early in the boil, so you need little hops to reach the desired bitterness. Late additions and dry hopping give citrus, but also spicy and green notes, so dose aroma additions with care.
Technical data
- Variety: Summit
- Typical alpha acid for the variety: 13.5–17% (BarthHaas)
- Total oil: up to 3 ml/100 g
- Form: pellets
- Pack size: 100 g
Frequently asked questions about Summit
Is Summit a bittering or an aroma hop?
Summit is primarily a bittering hop with typically 13.5–17% alpha acid, but it also gives citrus aroma with late additions.
What can I use instead of Summit?
Columbus and Simcoe are alternative hops.
How high is the alpha acid in Summit?
BarthHaas gives a typical range of 13.5–17% for the variety. Alpha acid varies from year to year. The alpha acid for the lot you receive is stated in the product title.
How should I store the hops?
Store the hops cold, dark and airtight, preferably in a freezer. We keep our hops vacuum-packed in a freezer room at −18 °C, and the quality holds for several years. We prioritise hops from the two most recent harvests, but older hops can be just as good if stored correctly. Read more in the article on hop shelf life and storage from Yakima Valley Hops (PDF).
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