Southern AromavsHersbrucker
Southern Aroma and Hersbrucker 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HayNoble
Only in Southern Aroma
FloralHerbalStrawBlack currant
Only in Hersbrucker
OrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty
Motueka