Hallertau TraditionvsTNT Blend
Hallertau Tradition and TNT Blend 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
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarNoble
Only in TNT Blend
CitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | - |
| Humulene | 35–50% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |