AdeenavsHallertau Tradition
Adeena and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Adeena
HerbalSpicyFloralLemonPine
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Adeena | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Styrian Golding