Southern CrossvsHallertau Blanc
Southern Cross (dual purpose) and Hallertau Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Southern Cross
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Cross
LemonLimePineSpicyCitrusTropicalZest
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Southern Cross | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–28% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–55% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Enigma
Sorachi Ace