Hallertau BlancvsMcKenzie
Hallertau Blanc and McKenzie are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
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 McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | - |
| Humulene | 0–3% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin