Hallertauer Mittelfrüh
Term from the Brauwerkstatt brewing glossary, category “Ingredients”.
Explanation
Classic noble hop from the Hallertau in Bavaria, the largest continuous hop-growing region in the world. Fine, floral and spicy aroma, little alpha acid (usually 3–5.5%). Typical of helles, pils, märzen and weissbier.
Test your knowledge
Which four varieties are considered the classic noble hops?
- Cascade, Citra, Mosaic and Simcoe
- Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, Tettnanger, Spalt and Saaz
- Magnum, Herkules, Galaxy and Fuggle
Show answer
Correct: Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, Tettnanger, Spalt and Saaz. Noble hops are traditional European aroma hops with little alpha acid and a fine aroma.