TalusvsTardif de Bourgogne
Talus and Tardif de Bourgogne are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Talus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
RosePineFloral
Only in Talus
GrapefruitCitrusResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncenseLavender
Property
| Property | Talus | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.1–9.5% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 8.3–10.2% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 34–39% | 20% |
| Total oil | 1–2.7 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 16–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |