MackinacvsStrisselspalt
Mackinac and Strisselspalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 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 Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicyFloral
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapayaBlack currant
Only in Strisselspalt
Herbal
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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