SpaltvsWalhalla

Spalt and Walhalla 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

Walhalla

Aroma

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

PropertySpaltWalhalla
Alpha acid2.5–5.7%5.97–10%
Beta acid3–5%3.75–6%
Co-humulone22–29%-
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL-
Myrcene20–35%-
Humulene20–30%-
Caryophyllene8–13%-
Farnesene12–18%-
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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