Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
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 TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Only in TNT Blend
FruityCitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Spalt | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |