Also Known AsHallertau Magnum
CharacteristicsClean bitterness, subtle citrus flavors
PurposeBittering
Alpha Acid Composition12%-14%
Beta Acid Composition4.5%-5.5%
Co-Humulone Composition24%-25%
CountryGermany
Cone SizeLarge
Cone DensityModerate
Seasonal MaturityLate
Yield Amount1340-1700 kg/hectare (1200-1520 lbs/acre)
Growth RateModerate
Resistant toResistant to verticillium wilt and peronospora
Susceptible to
StorabilityRetains 80%-85% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20ºC (68ºF)
Ease of HarvestDifficult
Total Oil Composition1.9-2.3 mL/100g
Myrcene Oil Composition30%-35%
Humulene Oil Composition34%-40%
Caryophyllene Oil8%-12%
Farnesene Oil0%-1%
SubstitutesHallertauer TaurusColumbusNugget
Style GuideIndia Pilsner, Belgian India Pale Ale, American Ale, Blonde Ale, Pale Ale, Nut Brown Ale, Dark Ale, Pilsner, Bright Ale, Hefeweizen