TriumphvsSouthern Cross
Triumph and Southern Cross are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Triumph
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Southern Cross
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPineLimeCitrus
Only in Triumph
OrangePeachFruity
Only in Southern Cross
LemonTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Triumph | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–26% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 28–34% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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