HersbruckervsNorthdown
Hersbrucker (aroma) and Northdown (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
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Northdown
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerrySpicy
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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