Styrian KolibrivsHallertau Tradition

Styrian Kolibri and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Styrian Kolibri

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2.8–5.4%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Slovenia

Hallertau Tradition

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.6–7%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Styrian Kolibri

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

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 Kolibri

ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple

Only in Hallertau Tradition

EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble

Property

PropertyStyrian KolibriHallertau Tradition
Alpha acid4–6%4.6–7%
Beta acid2.8–5.4%3–6%
Co-humulone21–25%23–30%
Total oil1–2 mL0.5–1.9 mL
Myrcene31–38%17–32%
Humulene16–21%35–50%
Caryophyllene5–7%10–15%
Farnesene25–27%0–1%
OriginSloveniaGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

Related comparisons