Hallertau TraditionvsAhtanum
Hallertau Tradition and Ahtanum are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineFloralCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |