Southern PromisevsBarbe Rouge
Southern Promise (dual purpose) and Barbe Rouge (aroma) 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
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Southern Promise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalBerryCitrusFloral
Only in Southern Promise
FruityWoody
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberry
Property
| Property | Southern Promise | Barbe Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.5–14.5% | 3.8–10% |
| Beta acid | 3.6–5.8% | 3.3–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–22% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 1.1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 21–25% | 35–60% |
| Humulene | 23–27% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–4% |
| Origin | South Africa | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |