Southern DawnvsTarget
Southern Dawn (dual purpose) and Target (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
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
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 Target
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicy
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruityHerbal
Only in Target
MarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | - | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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