Hallertau TraditionvsWalhalla
Hallertau Tradition and Walhalla 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
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
United States
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 Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Walhalla
CitrusGarlicHerbal
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Walhalla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 5.97–10% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3.75–6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | - |
| Humulene | 35–50% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |