Hallertau TraditionvsMackinac
Hallertau Tradition and Mackinac 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
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaSpicyFloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |