Hallertau BlancvsTarget
Hallertau Blanc (aroma) and Target (bittering) 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
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Target
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin
Willamette