Barbe RougevsSouthern Brewer
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Southern Brewer (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Brewer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Barbe Rouge
CitrusKumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerryHerbal
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Southern Brewer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 38–41% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.4–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | - |
| Humulene | 15–25% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | - |
| Origin | France | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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