Styrian CardinalvsHallertau Blanc
Styrian Cardinal and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GooseberryPineapple
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Hallertau Blanc
WhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin