Hallertau TraditionvsDelta
Hallertau Tradition and Delta 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
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Delta
CitrusMelonSpicy
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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