HersbruckervsSouthern Dawn
Hersbrucker (aroma) and Southern Dawn (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryCitrusFruityHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Southern Dawn |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 11.2–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 4.3–5.9% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 31–33% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 22–45% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 17–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–10% |
| Origin | Germany | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Liberty