HydravsSouthern Star
Hydra and Southern Star are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Southern Star
Alpha acid
12–18.6%
Beta acid
4–7.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Hydra
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Southern Star
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTangerineBerryRoseTropical
Only in Hydra
MandarinZestResinLimePeachWatermelonApricot
Only in Southern Star
QuinceFloralPineapplePassion fruitPearCassisOrangeCoffee
Property
| Property | Hydra | Southern Star |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 12–18.6% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 4–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 25–31% |
| Total oil | - | 1.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 32–38% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–12% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Mandarina Bavaria