Hop: Helga

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.

General Information

Alias Southern Hallertau
Profile Mild floral and earth with spice aroma.
Country Australia
Substitutes Hallertau
Purpose Aroma
Beer Styles Lager

Acids

Alpha Acid 4.9 - 7.3%
Beta Acid 5.0 - 7.0%
Cohumulone 20.0 - 23.0%

Oils

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
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