Helga Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Helga has lineage from Hallertau, bred in 1986, by Hop Products Australia, with similar characteristics as Hallertau. Helga was commercially released in 1996 but took 10 years to gain traction.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Helga, the best alternative is Hallertau.

At A Glance

Profile Mild floral and earth with spice aroma.
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 4.9 - 7.3%
Substitutes Hallertau
Beer Styles Lager

General Information

Country Australia
Alias Southern Hallertau

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 4.9 - 7.3%
Beta Acid 5.0 - 7.0%
Cohumulone 20.0 - 23.0%
Total Oil 0.6 - 1.0 ml/100g
Myrcene 1.0 - 13.0%
Humulene 35.0 - 55.0%
Caryophyllene 10.0 - 15.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Earth Floral Spicy
Variety Name
Hallertau
Beer Style
Lagers
Usage
Aroma
Origin
Australia
Breeding/Supplier
Hop Products Australia
Last Updated
  • 2026-02-03 09:54:40
Source(s)

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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.