AurumvsSouthern Aroma
Aurum and Southern Aroma are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
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 Aurum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbalNoble
Only in Aurum
SpicyFruityMildEarthyCitrus
Only in Southern Aroma
HayStrawBlack currant
Property
| Property | Aurum | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 17–28% |
| Humulene | - | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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