Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 mL
United Kingdom
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Pioneer
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Pioneer
CedarGrapefruitLemonGrapefruitCrispClean
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyFloral
Property
| Property | Pioneer | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.5% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 1–1.8 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–36% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 18–25% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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