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New Zealand Southern Cross

An excellent all-purpose hop with a definite New Zealand fingerprint.

new zealand southern cross
Alpha Acid Range %
11.0-14.0
Beta Acid Range %
5.0-6.0
Co-Humulone as % of Alpha
25-28
Total Oil mL/100 g
1.4-1.8

SKU: HSCR0044

Breeding/Development: New Zealand. Bred from New Zealand Smoothcone, English Fuggle, and an American variety, Southern Cross was first released in 1994 and has been a mainstay of New Zealand craft brewers since.

Brewing Application: Mainly a bittering variety, the low cohumulone levels of Southern Cross make it a versatile early-kettle addition in almost any style. However, its pine/citrus aromas are definitely welcome in hoppy American styles.

Sensory: Mild to moderate. Citrus (especially lemon) with warm pine needles. Late hopping can bring forth the citrus fraction opening up suggestions of dried peel and pith.

Botanical Classification:
Family: Cannabaceae
Genus: Humulus
Species: Lupulus

Maturity: Mid-season

Yield: Good

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