PuławskivsStrisselspalt
Puławski (dual purpose) and Strisselspalt (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Puławski
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
Poland
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Puławski
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Puławski
WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemon
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralCitrus
Property
| Property | Puławski | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 38–39% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 24–25% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–13% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Crystal
Hersbrucker