WurttembergvsTalus
Wurttemberg and Talus 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
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Wurttemberg
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralPineWoody
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeOregano
Only in Talus
GrapefruitRoseResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruit
Property
| Property | Wurttemberg | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | - | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |