ApollovsHallertau Taurus
Apollo (bittering) and Hallertau Taurus (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Apollo
- 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
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Apollo
CitrusGrapefruitOrangePineResinCannabisLimeLemonDank
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaSpicyPepperCurryEarthy
Property
| Property | Apollo | Hallertau Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 12–17.9% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 0.9–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 30–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |