BoucliervsStrisselspalt
Bouclier and Strisselspalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Bouclier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyCitrus
Only in Bouclier
Grassy
Only in Strisselspalt
Floral
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Crystal
Hersbrucker