Defender
Alpha acid
3.3–6%
Beta acid
1.1–2.5%
Total oil
0.28–0.98 mL
United Kingdom
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Defender
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Spalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Defender
Pleasant
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Defender | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–6% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 1.1–2.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–32% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.28–0.98 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 34–36% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty