TaihekevsHallertau Tradition
Taiheke (dual purpose) and Hallertau Tradition (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Taiheke
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Taiheke
CitrusTropicalGrapefruitLemonLimeFloralSpicy
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Taiheke | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 5–5.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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