Southern DawnvsMount Hood
Southern Dawn (dual purpose) and Mount Hood (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicy
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryCitrusFruity
Only in Mount Hood
NoblePungent
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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