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

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.6–7%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.9 mL

Germany

Walhalla

Aroma

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

PropertyHallertau TraditionWalhalla
Alpha acid4.6–7%5.97–10%
Beta acid3–6%3.75–6%
Co-humulone23–30%-
Total oil0.5–1.9 mL-
Myrcene17–32%-
Humulene35–50%-
Caryophyllene10–15%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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