GeminivsStrisselspalt
Gemini (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
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 Gemini
- 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 Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Gemini | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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