Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 mL
Germany
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Polaris
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Polaris
MintMentholPineapple
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Polaris | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–23% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 4–5 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Liberty