BergamotvsStrisselspalt
Bergamot (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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