Hallertau TraditionvsSaphir
Hallertau Tradition and Saphir 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
Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Saphir
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarNoble
Only in Saphir
SpicyFloralTangerine
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Saphir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 12–17% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.8–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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