Hallertau TaurusvsWarrior
Hallertau Taurus and Warrior 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
Warrior
Alpha acid
14.5–18%
Beta acid
4.3–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Warrior
- 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 Warrior
PineMildResin
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Warrior |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 14.5–18% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 15–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 11–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Hallertau Tradition