SpaltvsTardif de Bourgogne
Spalt and Tardif de Bourgogne 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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloral
Only in Spalt
EarthyHerbal
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenIncensePineRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Spalt | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | - |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Liberty