LambicvsHallertau Tradition
Lambic and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Lambic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grassy
Only in Lambic
SpicyWoody
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Lambic | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 17–32% |
| Humulene | - | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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