HersbruckervsTropica
Hersbrucker (aroma) and Tropica (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
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tropica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayTobacco
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarinTropicalDank
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |