Wild LoyalistvsHallertau Tradition
Wild Loyalist and Hallertau Tradition are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Wild Loyalist
Alpha acid
3.7–5.6%
Beta acid
4.7–6.7%
Total oil
-
Canada
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Wild Loyalist
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
EarthyNoble
Only in Wild Loyalist
HerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Hallertau Tradition
GrassyNectarFruity
Property
| Property | Wild Loyalist | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.7–5.6% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.7–6.7% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 23–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 17–32% |
| Humulene | - | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Canada | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |