CallistavsSpalt

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

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

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 Callista

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangeApricotPeachPineBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbalFloral

Property

PropertyCallistaSpalt
Alpha acid2–5%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid5–10%3–5%
Co-humulone15–22%22–29%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene63–64%20–35%
Humulene-20–30%
Caryophyllene-8–13%
Farnesene-12–18%
OriginGermanyGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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