Hallertau TraditionvsMount Hood
Hallertau Tradition and Mount Hood 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
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 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 Mount Hood
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruity
Only in Mount Hood
HerbalPungentSpicy
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |