Southern PassionvsAhtanum
Southern Passion and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Passion
Alpha acid
11–14.2%
Beta acid
4.9–8%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
South Africa
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Passion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Southern Passion
Passion fruitGuavaCoconutRedberryMelonGuava
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Southern Passion | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14.2% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–8% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–26% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 14–36% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |