SpaltvsTNT Blend

Spalt and TNT Blend 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

TNT Blend

Aroma

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

PropertySpaltTNT Blend
Alpha acid2.5–5.7%11.5–13%
Beta acid3–5%-
Co-humulone22–29%-
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL1.3–1.5 mL
Myrcene20–35%-
Humulene20–30%-
Caryophyllene8–13%-
Farnesene12–18%-
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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