Simcoe (Brand YCR 14 cv.) were developed by Yakima Chief Ranches and released in 2000. An awesome dual purpose hop with high AA’s and a unique passion fruit, pine, earth and citrus aromas. Try it in a single hop IPA. Can be used as a Substitution for Magnum or Summit. Alpha Acid 12.0 – 14.0% Beta Acid 4.0 – 5.0%.