BohemievsHallertau Tradition
Bohemie and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bohemie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bohemie
HerbalFloralCitrusSpicy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Bohemie | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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