AstravsStrisselspalt
Astra (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Astra
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Australia
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Astra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Astra
TropicalSweetPeachWhiteMelonGrassyGrapefruitHoney
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Astra | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–28% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 6–8% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Crystal
Hersbrucker