Hallertau BlancvsStyrian Dragon
Hallertau Blanc and Styrian Dragon 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
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Styrian Dragon
- 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 Styrian Dragon
FloralCitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRoseTropical
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin