CentennialvsSouthern Brewer
Centennial (dual purpose) and Southern Brewer (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
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 Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Brewer
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Property
| Property | Centennial | Southern Brewer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 38–41% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.4–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | - |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |