HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HBC 472
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyFloralCitrusGrapefruit
Only in HBC 472
EarthyCoconutFruityWhiskey
Only in Talus
RosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruit
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |