ErnestvsHallertau Tradition
Ernest and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 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 Ernest
- 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
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Ernest
HerbalSpicyStone fruit
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Ernest | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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