HersbruckervsHallertau Tradition
Hersbrucker and Hallertau Tradition 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
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruity
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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