PetoskeyvsSouthern Tropic
Petoskey (aroma) and Southern Tropic (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Petoskey
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PungentPineapple
Only in Petoskey
Floral
Only in Southern Tropic
MelonTroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Petoskey | Southern Tropic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.1% | 12.6–18.1% |
| Beta acid | 6.16% | 5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 26–30% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | - | 19–46% |
| Humulene | - | 14–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–14% |
| Farnesene | - | 8–11% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |