Hallertau TraditionvsPacific Crest
Hallertau Tradition and Pacific Crest 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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyGrassyNoble
Only in Hallertau Tradition
NectarFruity
Only in Pacific Crest
TobaccoFloralSpicyHerbalPine
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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