HBC 692vsTalus

HBC 692 and Talus are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HBC 692

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.9–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Talus

Aroma

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 692

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Talus

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitFloralStone fruitPotpourriWoodyCreamPine

Only in HBC 692

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Only in Talus

CitrusRoseResinTropicalSage

Property

PropertyHBC 692Talus
Alpha acid8.9–9.5%8.1–9.5%
Beta acid8.3–10.2%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone-34–39%
Total oil1–2.2 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene-40–50%
Humulene-16–21%
Caryophyllene-9–13%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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