Hallertau GoldvsHersbrucker
Hallertau Gold and Hersbrucker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Gold
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.7–1.8 mL
Germany
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Gold
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Only in Hersbrucker
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Property
| Property | Hallertau Gold | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 1.7–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 62–64% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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