McKenzievsHallertau Blanc
McKenzie and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick McKenzie
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDankFloral
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 50–75% |
| Humulene | - | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin