HeraldvsWillamette
Herald and Willamette are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herald
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Willamette
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herald
OrangeGrapefruitClean
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurryFloral
Property
| Property | Herald | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.9 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 14–16% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |