HALLERTAUER HERKULES

HOPS PELLETS – GERMANY

ALPHA ACID (%)

0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20

BETA ACID (%)

0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20

TOTAL OIL (mL/100g)

0
0.4
0.8
1.2
1.6
2.0
2.4
2.8
3.2
3.6
4.0

AROMA VALUES

CITRUS
FRUITY

Originally bred in Hull, Germany, Herkules is a descendant of Hallertau and Hull primarily used for bittering.

Hallertauer Herkules Hops is the most potent German-bred bittering hop & it delivers bold bitterness with citrus & fruity notes. Perfect for IPAs, Lagers, & Ales.

Hallertau Herkules hops, another exceptional variety from Germany, are renowned for their extremely high alpha acid content, making them the world’s most potent hop.

These hops deliver a powerful, assertive bitterness with minimal flavor contribution, which is ideal for achieving high bitterness levels in strong IPAs, Imperial Stouts, and other intensely hopped styles.

Hallertau Herkules hops are the world’s most potent hop variety, delivering exceptional bittering power with minimal flavor impact.

Ideal for brewers seeking maximum bitterness in their creations, Hallertau Herkules hops provide the foundation for bold, intensely hopped beers without overpowering the overall flavor profile.

Alpha Acids12 – 17%
Beta Acids4 – 5.5%
Co-Humulone32 – 38%
Total Oil1.6 – 2.4 mL/100g
Myrcene30 – 50% of total oil
Caryophyllene7 – 12% of total oil
Farnesene~ 1.0% of total oil
Humulene30 – 45% of total oil
Geraniol0 – 0% of total oil

BEER STYLE

Ales, Lagers, IPAs

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