SpaltvsTriplePearl
Spalt (aroma) and TriplePearl (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Spalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbal
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeCitrusZestMelonResinSpicyBlack currantSandalwoodCedar
Property
| Property | Spalt | TriplePearl |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 10–11.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3.3–4.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 21–55% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 39–55% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 7–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 3–5% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |