Hallertau BlancvsMichigan Copper
Hallertau Blanc and Michigan Copper 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
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Michigan Copper
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusFloralTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Michigan Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 8.8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 32–36% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.15–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 42–44% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin