Hallertau TraditionvsStyrian Golding

Hallertau Tradition and Styrian Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Hallertau Tradition

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.6–7%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.9 mL

Germany

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Hallertau Tradition

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Styrian Golding

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

EarthyNoble

Only in Hallertau Tradition

GrassyNectarFruity

Only in Styrian Golding

SpicyResinSweet

Property

PropertyHallertau TraditionStyrian Golding
Alpha acid4.6–7%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid3–6%2.5–3.5%
Co-humulone23–30%25–30%
Total oil0.5–1.9 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene17–32%27–33%
Humulene35–50%34–38%
Caryophyllene10–15%9–11%
Farnesene0–1%2–5%
OriginGermanySlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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