Southern SublimevsXJA2/436
Southern Sublime (aroma) and XJA2/436 (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
XJA2/436
Alpha acid
11.5–16.4%
Beta acid
7.8–8.4%
Total oil
1.1–1.7 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Southern Sublime
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick XJA2/436
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Southern Sublime
OrangePlumMangoDankPungent
Only in XJA2/436
LemonZestPapayaCataloupeGooseberryResinBlueberry
Property
| Property | Southern Sublime | XJA2/436 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.8–13.4% | 11.5–16.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.9% | 7.8–8.4% |
| Co-humulone | 26% | 29–30% |
| Total oil | - | 1.1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 18–30% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 21–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 11–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 8–18% |
| Origin | South Africa | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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