Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sabro
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal
Property
| Property | Herkules | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |