Southern DawnvsSummit
Southern Dawn (dual purpose) and Summit (bittering) 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
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruityHerbalSpicy
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineEarthyOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |