AtlasvsStrisselspalt
Atlas (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Atlas | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Crystal
Hersbrucker