LambicvsSpalter Select
Lambic and Spalter Select are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
United States
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Lambic
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Spalter Select
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassySpicy
Only in Lambic
Woody
Only in Spalter Select
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Property
| Property | Lambic | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–40% |
| Humulene | - | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 15–22% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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