El DoradovsHallertau Tradition
El Dorado (dual purpose) and Hallertau Tradition (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick El Dorado
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarNoble
Property
| Property | El Dorado | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–17% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–8% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–33% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 2.5–3.3 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–60% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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