HersbruckervsStyrian Kolibri
Hersbrucker and Styrian Kolibri 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
Styrian Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Kolibri
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 25–27% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty