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

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.7–5.6%

Beta acid

4.7–6.7%

Total oil

-

Canada

Hallertau Tradition

Aroma

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

PropertyWild LoyalistHallertau Tradition
Alpha acid3.7–5.6%4.6–7%
Beta acid4.7–6.7%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%
OriginCanadaGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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