Barbe RougevsHBC 630
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and HBC 630 (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
HBC 630
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick HBC 630
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusRaspberryFloralHerbal
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryBerry
Only in HBC 630
CherryTropicalCandyFruity
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | HBC 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |