Mount RainiervsHersbrucker
Mount Rainier (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mount Rainier
Alpha acid
5–9.4%
Beta acid
5–9.2%
Total oil
0.2–3.9 mL
United States
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mount Rainier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Mount Rainier
LicoriceFloralCitrusSpicy
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Mount Rainier | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9.4% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 5–9.2% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–34% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.2–3.9 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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