WalhallavsIndependence
Walhalla and Independence are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
United States
Independence
Alpha acid
4.7%
Beta acid
1.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Independence
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusGrassyHerbal
Only in Walhalla
Garlic
Only in Independence
FloralStone fruitTobaccoEarthyPine
Property
| Property | Walhalla | Independence |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.97–10% | 4.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.75–6% | 1.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–21% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |