ApollovsSouthern Sublime
Apollo (bittering) and Southern Sublime (aroma) 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 Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Sublime
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusOrangeDank
Only in Apollo
GrapefruitPineResinCannabisLimeLemon
Only in Southern Sublime
PlumMangoPungent
Property
| Property | Apollo | Southern Sublime |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 10.8–13.4% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4.9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |