Hallertau TraditionvsSummer
Hallertau Tradition and Summer 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
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
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 Summer
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 29–38% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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