AuroravsSpalt

Aurora (dual purpose) and Spalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Aurora

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–13%

Beta acid

2.7–5.5%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Slovenia

Spalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Aurora

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Spalt

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralNoble

Only in Aurora

SpicyLemongrass

Only in Spalt

EarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyAuroraSpalt
Alpha acid6.5–13%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid2.7–5.5%3–5%
Co-humulone20–26%22–29%
Total oil0.9–1.8 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene20–25%20–35%
Humulene20–25%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–9%8–13%
Farnesene5–10%12–18%
OriginSloveniaGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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