Hallertau TraditionvsSummit
Hallertau Tradition (aroma) and Summit (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Summit
Alpha acid
15–17.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Summit
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Summit
Black currantAniseIncenseOrangeGrapefruitTangerineCitrusOnionGarlicDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 15–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 26–33% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |