Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemon
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyFloral
Property
| Property | Puławski | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–18% |
| Origin | Poland | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |