HersbruckervsHelga
Hersbrucker and Helga 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
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Helga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Only in Helga
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Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Helga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 5.4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 1–13% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 10–45% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty