HBC 586vsStrisselspalt
HBC 586 (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbalSpicy
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeGuava
Only in Strisselspalt
Floral
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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