Hallertau BlancvsPetit Blanc
Hallertau Blanc and Petit Blanc 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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | - |
| Humulene | 0–3% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin