Hallertau BlancvsHydra
Hallertau Blanc (aroma) and Hydra (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Hydra
CitrusTangerineMandarinZestResinLimeBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricotTropical
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Hydra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 10.5–13.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 6.4–7.9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 54–55% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Enigma
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