AdmiralvsSouthern Brewer
Admiral and Southern Brewer are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Brewer
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Property
| Property | Admiral | Southern Brewer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 38–41% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.4–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | - |
| Humulene | 23–26% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | - |
| Origin | United Kingdom | South Africa |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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