Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
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 Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyFloral
Only in Walhalla
CitrusGarlicGrassy
Property
| Property | Spalt | Walhalla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 5.97–10% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3.75–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |