Michigan CoppervsStrisselspalt
Michigan Copper and Strisselspalt 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
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Michigan Copper
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalBlack currantCandyResinFruity
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Michigan Copper | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–11% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–36% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1.15–2.7 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 42–44% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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