AramisvsSpalter Select
Aramis and Spalter Select are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
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 Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
Shared aromas
SpicyGrassy
Only in Aramis
GreenHerbalCitrusBlack currantFloral
Only in Spalter Select
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Property
| Property | Aramis | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 15–22% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum
Challenger