Hallertau MittelfrühvsUltra
Hallertau Mittelfrüh and Ultra 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
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
SpicyCitrusGrassyTea
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Mittelfrüh | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 18–28% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–16% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 55–56% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |