AurumvsStrisselspalt
Aurum and Strisselspalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralHerbalCitrus
Only in Aurum
FruityMildEarthyNoble
Only in Strisselspalt
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Property
| Property | Aurum | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–52% |
| Humulene | - | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Crystal