BRU-1vsHallertau Blanc
BRU-1 and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick BRU-1
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in BRU-1
GreenFruity
Only in Hallertau Blanc
GooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 7–8% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin