Southern SublimevsMillennium
Southern Sublime (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Sublime
Alpha acid
10.8–13.4%
Beta acid
4.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Sublime
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungentCitrus
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Southern Sublime | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.8–13.4% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |