HORT9909vsSouthern Aroma
HORT9909 (dual purpose) and Southern Aroma (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HayNobleBlack currant
Only in HORT9909
LimeSweetSpicyCitrusLemonPine
Only in Southern Aroma
FloralHerbalStraw
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |