HPA-016vsSpalt

HPA-016 and Spalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Spalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick HPA-016

  • 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

When to pick Spalt

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in HPA-016

MandarinCitrusPineFruity

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbalFloral

Property

PropertyHPA-016Spalt
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid5.9–9%3–5%
Co-humulone33–37%22–29%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene35–49%20–35%
Humulene0–2%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–12%8–13%
Farnesene0–1%12–18%
OriginAustraliaGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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