Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in HPA-016
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Property
| Property | Herkules | HPA-016 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 15.7–18.7% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1.7–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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