Southern PassionvsSummer
Southern Passion and Summer 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
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Southern Passion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitMelon
Only in Southern Passion
GuavaFloralCoconutRedberryGuava
Only in Summer
ApricotGrassyCitrusStone fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Southern Passion | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14.2% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–8% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 16–26% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–55% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 14–36% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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