HersbruckervsHORT9909
Hersbrucker (aroma) and HORT9909 (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleHay
Only in Hersbrucker
OrangeTobacco
Only in HORT9909
LimeSweetSpicyCitrusLemonBlack currantPine
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | HORT9909 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 27–29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 49–51% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 11–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Liberty