X13459vsHallertau Blanc

X13459 and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Hallertau Blanc

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick X13459

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Hallertau Blanc

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in X13459

FloralTropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry

Only in Hallertau Blanc

PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon

Property

PropertyX13459Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid3–5.5%9–12%
Beta acid4–5%4–7%
Co-humulone21–24%22–35%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.8–2.2 mL
Myrcene-50–75%
Humulene-0–3%
Caryophyllene-0–2%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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