WurttembergvsHersbrucker
Wurttemberg and Hersbrucker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Wurttemberg
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeCitrusFloralPineOreganoWoody
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Wurttemberg | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–30% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty