Hallertau BlancvsTNT Blend
Hallertau Blanc and TNT Blend 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
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in TNT Blend
FruityCitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | - |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | - |
| Humulene | 0–3% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin