Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
United Kingdom
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Only in Northdown
PineCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |