Hallertau TraditionvsWurttemberg
Hallertau Tradition and Wurttemberg 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
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Wurttemberg
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeCitrusFloralPineOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | - |
| Humulene | 35–50% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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