AhtanumvsSpalter Select
Ahtanum and Spalter Select are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalter Select
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–22% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |