Simcoe® hops are a popular American variety developed by Yakima Chief Ranches and released in 2000. Known for their versatility and expressive aroma, Simcoe® hops have become a staple in craft brewing. They offer a unique combination of fruit, pine, and earthy notes, making them suitable for a wide range of beer styles.
Simcoe® hops deliver a complex aroma profile that includes passionfruit, pine resin, apricot, and earthy undertones. Their alpha acid content typically ranges from 12% to 14%, allowing them to serve as both a bittering and aroma hop. When used in dry hopping, Simcoe® hops bring out vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes.
These hops work well in IPAs, pale ales, and even darker styles like porters. Their smooth bitterness and layered aroma contribute depth and balance to hop-forward recipes. Brewers often use Simcoe® hops in combination with varieties like Citra®, Mosaic®, or Amarillo® to build complexity.
Brewers choose Simcoe® hops for their reliability and bold character. They perform consistently in the kettle and offer a clean, assertive bitterness. Their ability to shine in both early and late additions makes them a valuable tool in recipe development.
In the field, Simcoe® hops are known for their strong yields and disease resistance. Grown primarily in the Pacific Northwest, they benefit from ideal conditions and careful cultivation. This ensures a dependable supply and consistent quality year after year.
Simcoe Pale by Burton Road Brewing Co.
Burton Road Brewing’s newest cask beer in the family. The brewery has decide to continue to showcase their favourite hops in a series of single hopped cask beers. Following on from their Mosaic Pale comes the Simcoe Pale. Packed with Simcoe hops which give a unique pine, citrus and apricot aroma and taste with a smooth bitterness.
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