Hallertau TaurusvsSabro
Hallertau Taurus (dual purpose) and Sabro (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sabro
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaSpicyPepperCurryEarthy
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hallertau Tradition