AdmiralvsHallertau Blanc
Admiral (bittering) and Hallertau Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Admiral | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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