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Hallertau
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About
Hallertau, Hallertauer and Hallertauer Mittelfrüher are all names for the original German Hallertau variety. Dating back more than 100 years, it stems from an old German landrace and is one of the original four 'noble' hops. It features a lightly flowery and spicy aroma.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
NobleFloral (Slight)Spicy (Slight)Lightly Flowery And Spicy Aroma
Recommended Beer Styles
German PilsnerPale AleWheatAmerican Lager
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
35-44%
Humulene
30-55%
Caryophyllene
10-15%
Farnesene
0-1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid3.5 - 3.5%
Beta Acid3.5 - 4.5%
Co-Humulone20-26%
Technical Details
Total Oil0.6-1.2 mL/100g
HSI0.45
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool
StorabilityRetains 52%-58% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)