Sonnet
Alpha acid
2.6–7.4%
Beta acid
2–3.7%
Total oil
0.2–1 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 Sonnet
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralEarthy
Only in Sonnet
HoneysuckleCitrusSweetLemonGrassHoneyOak
Only in Spalt
NobleHerbal
Property
| Property | Sonnet | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.6–7.4% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 2–3.7% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.2–1 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 20–35% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |