Hallertau MittelfrühvsAramis
Hallertau Mittelfrüh and Aramis are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
Germany
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Mittelfrüh
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralCitrusGrassy
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Tea
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Mittelfrüh | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 18–28% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–16% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 55–56% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–15% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger