Styrian CardinalvsHallertau Tradition
Styrian Cardinal and Hallertau Tradition 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 Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Crystal