Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSageSpicyPepper
Property
| Property | Spalt | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Liberty