Southern CrossvsSultana (Denali)
Southern Cross and Sultana (Denali) are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Sultana (Denali)
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
3.5–7%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Cross
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Sultana (Denali)
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonPineSpicyCitrusTropical
Only in Southern Cross
LimeZest
Only in Sultana (Denali)
Pineapple
Property
| Property | Southern Cross | Sultana (Denali) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–28% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–55% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 15–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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