Symphony Hops
AromaAlpha 10.0 - 13.0%United States
Flavor & aroma
Symphony is a precision-engineered aroma blend from the experts at Yakima Chief Hops, designed to deliver a massive, multidimensional fruit profile. Unlike single-varietal hops that can fluctuate with each harvest, Symphony is a curated "orchestra" of several high-oil varieties, balanced to ensure consistent performance year after year.
It was developed using advanced sensory analysis and oil-retention data to focus specifically on "survivable" hop compounds. These are the molecular components—like linalool and geraniol—that are chemically rugged enough to withstand the heat of the brewhouse and the activity of fermentation to reach the final glass. For the brewer, Symphony represents a reliable, all-in-one solution for achieving the "saturated" tropical character required by the most demanding modern craft styles.
If you can't find Symphony, the best alternatives are Citra®, Falconer's Flight®, Fortnight™, or Mosaic®.
At A Glance
| Profile | Citrus, Tropical Fruit, Sweet Orange, Zesty Grapefruit, Ripe Mango, Apricot, Pineapple, Resinous |
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| Purpose | Aroma |
| Alpha Acid | 10.0 - 13.0% |
| Substitutes | Citra®, Falconer's Flight®, Fortnight™, Mosaic® |
| Pairs with | Citra® (to amplify the citrus high notes), Mosaic® (for added berry/dank complexity), Simcoe® (to provide a sturdy pine foundation) |
| Beer Styles | Hazy India Pale Ale, Northeast India Pale Ale, West Coast India Pale Ale, Tropical Pale Ale |
General Information
| Country | United States |
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Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 10.0 - 13.0% |
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| Beta Acid | 4.0 - 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 25.0 - 30.0% |
| Total Oil | 1.5 - 2.5 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 40.0 - 55.0% |
| Humulene | 15.0 - 20.0% |
| Caryophyllene | 7.0 - 11.0% |
| Farnesene | < 1.0% |
- 2026-03-21 00:03:41
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