Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Simcoe
- 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
Earthy
Only in Simcoe
FruityGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Only in Spalt
NobleHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |