SussexvsHersbrucker
Sussex and Hersbrucker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Sussex
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sussex
EarthyGrassyMintVanillaCitrus
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Sussex | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–5.8% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.2% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–32% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.6 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 22–24% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty