Hallertau TraditionvsHarmonie
Hallertau Tradition and Harmonie 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
Harmonie
Alpha acid
4–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Czech Republic
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 Harmonie
- 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 Harmonie
BananaCaramelGreenApricot
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Harmonie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 4–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 19–22% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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