African QueenvsSatus
African Queen (dual purpose) and Satus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
African Queen
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
3.9–6.2%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
South Africa
Satus
Alpha acid
12–14.5%
Beta acid
8.5–9%
Total oil
1.5–2.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick African Queen
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Satus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in African Queen
DankBlueberryStone fruitBlack currantGooseberryBubblegumCassisLemongrassChiliesGazpacho
Only in Satus
Clean
Property
| Property | African Queen | Satus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 12–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.2% | 8.5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 32–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–29% | 40–45% |
| Humulene | 21–30% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–17% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |