African QueenvsXJA2/436
African Queen (dual purpose) and XJA2/436 (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
XJA2/436
Alpha acid
11.5–16.4%
Beta acid
7.8–8.4%
Total oil
1.1–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick African Queen
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick XJA2/436
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusBlueberryGooseberry
Only in African Queen
DankStone fruitBlack currantBubblegumCassisLemongrassChiliesGazpacho
Only in XJA2/436
LemonZestPapayaCataloupeResin
Property
| Property | African Queen | XJA2/436 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 11.5–16.4% |
| Beta acid | 3.9–6.2% | 7.8–8.4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 29–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1.1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–29% | 18–30% |
| Humulene | 21–30% | 21–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–17% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 8–18% |
| Origin | South Africa | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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