Hallertau TraditionvsUltra
Hallertau Tradition and Ultra 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
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Ultra
MildPleasantFloral
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |