EroicavsHersbrucker

Eroica (bittering) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 mL

United States

Hersbrucker

Aroma

Alpha acid

1.5–5%

Beta acid

2.5–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.3 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Hersbrucker

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Eroica

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Only in Hersbrucker

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Property

PropertyEroicaHersbrucker
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%1.5–5%
Beta acid3–5.3%2.5–6%
Co-humulone40%17–25%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL0.5–1.3 mL
Myrcene55–65%15–30%
Humulene0–1%20–30%
Caryophyllene7–13%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeBitteringAroma

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