HerkulesvsStrisselspalt
Herkules (bittering) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Strisselspalt
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Property
| Property | Herkules | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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