Southern TropicvsGlacier
Southern Tropic (bittering) and Glacier (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Tropic
MelonTroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutPungentPineappleBubblegumCitrus
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Property
| Property | Southern Tropic | Glacier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.6–18.1% | 3.3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 5–6.5% | 5.4–10% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 11–16% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–46% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 14–40% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–14% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 8–11% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding