HerkulesvsHallertau Taurus
Herkules (bittering) and Hallertau Taurus (dual purpose) 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 Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Herkules
CitrusMelon
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaSpicyPepperCurryEarthy
Property
| Property | Herkules | Hallertau Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12–17.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 0.9–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 30–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Citra