BergamotvsSouthern Sublime
Bergamot (dual purpose) and Southern Sublime (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Sublime
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeMangoDank
Only in Bergamot
CherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepperFloral
Only in Southern Sublime
PlumPungentCitrus
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Southern Sublime |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 10.8–13.4% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 4.9% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 26% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |