AkoyavsHallertau Mittelfrüh
Akoya and Hallertau Mittelfrüh are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Hallertau Mittelfrüh
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TeaSpicy
Only in Akoya
GreenPepper
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
FloralCitrusGrassy
Property
| Property | Akoya | Hallertau Mittelfrüh |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 18–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.7–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–16% |
| Humulene | - | 55–56% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 14–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Aurora
Liberty