Southern AromavsHORT9909
Southern Aroma (aroma) and HORT9909 (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HayNobleBlack currant
Only in Southern Aroma
FloralHerbalStraw
Only in HORT9909
LimeSweetSpicyCitrusLemonPine
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | HORT9909 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 27–29% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 11–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |