BohemievsSpalt

Bohemie and Spalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

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 Bohemie

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

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

HerbalFloral

Only in Bohemie

CitrusSpicy

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthy

Property

PropertyBohemieSpalt
Alpha acid5–8%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid6–9%3–5%
Co-humulone23–26%22–29%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene30–45%20–35%
Humulene17–23%20–30%
Caryophyllene7–10%8–13%
Farnesene1–3%12–18%
OriginCzech RepublicGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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