Styrian CardinalvsHersbrucker
Styrian Cardinal and Hersbrucker 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 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 Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayTobacco
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty