HeraldvsHallertau Blanc
Herald (dual purpose) and Hallertau Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Herald
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Clean
Only in Herald
OrangeGrapefruitCitrus
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitSauvignon
Property
| Property | Herald | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.9 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin