Southern PromisevsAdmiral
Southern Promise (dual purpose) and Admiral (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Promise
Alpha acid
9.5–14.5%
Beta acid
3.6–5.8%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
South Africa
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Southern Promise
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrus
Only in Southern Promise
FruityWoodyBerryFloral
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Property
| Property | Southern Promise | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.5% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 3.6–5.8% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 20–22% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 21–25% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 23–27% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–2% |
| Origin | South Africa | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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