McKenzievsHallertau Tradition
McKenzie and Hallertau Tradition 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 Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
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 Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 2–3 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 |