Hersbrucker is a noble land variety originating from Southern Germany.

German hops begin to be harvested annually in the fall starting at the end of August into September. Hersbrucker is an aroma hop that is typically used in only late boil additions, including dry hopping.

Hersbrucker hops have aroma descriptors that include hay, tobacco and orange.

Experienced brewers have chosen the following hop varieties as substitutions of Hersbrucker:

Hallertau
Mount Hood
Liberty
Spalt