OrionvsHersbrucker
Orion (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Orion
Spicy
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Orion | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Challenger
Liberty