Southern DawnvsStirling
Southern Dawn and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicy
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryCitrusFruity
Only in Stirling
CitusFloral
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 11–17% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |