OrionvsSpalter Select
Orion (dual purpose) and Spalter Select (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
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 Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Spalter Select
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
-
Only in Spalter Select
Grassy
Property
| Property | Orion | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–22% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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