Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyFloral
Property
| Property | Admiral | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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