ApollovsSouthern Cross
Apollo (bittering) and Southern Cross (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Cross
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineLimeLemon
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitOrangeResinCannabisDank
Only in Southern Cross
SpicyTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Apollo | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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