Michigan CoppervsSpalt
Michigan Copper and Spalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbal
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |