SpaltvsTeamaker

Spalt and Teamaker are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Spalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

Germany

Teamaker

Aroma

Alpha acid

0.6–1.8%

Beta acid

5.4–13.2%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Spalt

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Teamaker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbal

Only in Teamaker

Subtle

Property

PropertySpaltTeamaker
Alpha acid2.5–5.7%0.6–1.8%
Beta acid3–5%5.4–13.2%
Co-humulone22–29%-
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL-
Myrcene20–35%59–61%
Humulene20–30%1–2%
Caryophyllene8–13%11–13%
Farnesene12–18%0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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