HerkulesvsHallertau Blanc
Herkules (bittering) and Hallertau Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Herkules
CitrusMelon
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Herkules | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin
Warrior