HBC 630vsSouthern Brewer
HBC 630 (dual purpose) and Southern Brewer (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HBC 630
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 HBC 630
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 HBC 630
CherryFloralHerbalCitrusRaspberryTropicalCandyFruity
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Property
| Property | HBC 630 | Southern Brewer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 38–41% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.4–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 11–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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