BoucliervsHersbrucker
Bouclier and Hersbrucker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassySpicyCitrus
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty