Hallertau BlancvsAriana

Hallertau Blanc and Ariana are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Hallertau Blanc

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 mL

Germany

Ariana

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–13%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1.6–2.4 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Hallertau Blanc

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Ariana

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineappleGooseberryPassion fruit

Only in Hallertau Blanc

WhiteGrapesLemongrassCleanSauvignon

Only in Ariana

CitrusTangerineJasmineHerbalFruity

Property

PropertyHallertau BlancAriana
Alpha acid9–12%9–13%
Beta acid4–7%4.5–6%
Co-humulone22–35%40–42%
Total oil0.8–2.2 mL1.6–2.4 mL
Myrcene50–75%57–59%
Humulene0–3%-
Caryophyllene0–2%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginGermanyGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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