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
