Smaragd
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 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 Smaragd
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralNoble
Only in Smaragd
FruitySpicyTobaccoAniseClove
Only in Spalt
EarthyHerbal
Property
| Property | Smaragd | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 13–18% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 30–50% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–14% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Liberty