Southern AromavsSterling
Southern Aroma and Sterling 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
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbalNoble
Only in Southern Aroma
HayStrawBlack currant
Only in Sterling
Spicy
Property
| Property | Southern Aroma | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.6–7.3% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–28% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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