Southern AromavsAramis
Southern Aroma and Aramis 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
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbalBlack currant
Only in Southern Aroma
HayStrawNoble
Only in Aramis
GreenSpicyCitrusGrassy
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | South Africa | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger
Motueka