HORT9909vsHersbrucker
HORT9909 (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
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
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HayNoble
Only in HORT9909
LimeSweetSpicyCitrusLemonBlack currantPine
Only in Hersbrucker
OrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Liberty