Emerald SpirevsStrisselspalt
Emerald Spire (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Emerald Spire
Alpha acid
8.6–13%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
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 Emerald Spire
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Emerald Spire
PeachFruityWhiteGrapesWatermelonBubbleMelonHoneydew
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Emerald Spire | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.6–13% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–39% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 36–37% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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