Hallertau TraditionvsAurum
Hallertau Tradition and Aurum 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
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Aurum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyFruityNoble
Only in Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectar
Only in Aurum
SpicyFloralMildHerbalCitrus
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Aurum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | - |
| Humulene | 35–50% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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