EpicvsHallertau Tradition
Epic and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Epic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Epic
BerryHerbal
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarNoble
Property
| Property | Epic | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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