AramisvsSouthern Aroma
Aramis and Southern Aroma are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalBlack currantFloral
Only in Aramis
GreenSpicyCitrusGrassy
Only in Southern Aroma
HayStrawNoble
Property
| Property | Aramis | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger