Product Details
Tradition Hops
Tradition is a German aroma hop variety developed at the Hop Research Institute in Hüll and released in 1993. Bred as a descendant of Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tradition offers refined, noble characteristics with a sweet, herbal aroma. Its balanced profile makes it ideal for aroma and flavor additions in German lagers and other traditional styles.
Tradition Hops Overview
- Flavors: Herbal, floral, earthy, grassy
- Primary Usage: Aroma and flavor (late kettle additions, dry hopping)
- Best Beer Styles: Pilsner, Lager, Bock, Wheat Beer
- Similar Varieties: Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Liberty, Mount Hood
Background
Developed to combine the noble aroma of Hallertau Mittelfrüh with improved disease resistance and yield, Tradition has become a staple in German brewing. Its delicate balance of herbal and floral notes contributes to the classic profiles of many lager styles.
Tradition Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 4.0 – 7.0% |
| Beta Acids | 3.0 – 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 24 – 30% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 0.5 – 1.0 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 17 – 32% |
| Humulene | 35 – 50% |
| Caryophyllene | 10 – 15% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
Additional Information
- SKU
- HP20, HP20E
- Hops Format
- Pellet
- Country of Origin
- German/Czech/Continental
- Alpha Acid
- Medium (5-10%)