HersbruckervsElixir
Hersbrucker and Elixir are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Elixir
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeTobacco
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHay
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherCitrusTropicalTangerineFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty