Barbe RougevsSpalt
Barbe Rouge and Spalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- 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 Spalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbal
Only in Barbe Rouge
CitrusKumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerry
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthy
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 12–18% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty