SpaltvsSpalter Select
Spalt and Spalter Select 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
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalter Select
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Property
| Property | Spalt | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 15–22% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty