Hallertau TaurusvsPolaris
Hallertau Taurus and Polaris are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaSpicyPepperCurryEarthy
Only in Polaris
MintMentholPineapple
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Polaris |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 18–23% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 4–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Citra