HersbruckervsWild Loyalist
Hersbrucker and Wild Loyalist 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
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
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 Wild Loyalist
- 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 Wild Loyalist
HerbalSpicyEarthyFloral
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Wild Loyalist |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 3.7–5.6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 4.7–6.7% |
| 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 | Canada |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty
Styrian Golding