Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Delta
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelon
Only in Herkules
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Only in Delta
Spicy
Property
| Property | Herkules | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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