SpaltvsHersbrucker
Spalt and Hersbrucker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Hersbrucker
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Spalt
EarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Hersbrucker
HayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Spalt | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty