Southern AromavsAhtanum
Southern Aroma and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Aroma
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Southern Aroma
HayHerbalStrawNobleBlack currant
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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