Hallertau (US)vsHallertau Tradition
Hallertau (US) and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau (US)
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–6.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.5 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau (US)
SlightlyFloralHerbal
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Hallertau (US) | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 18–26% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–44% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 30–38% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |