SpaltvsX13459

Spalt and X13459 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

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 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 X13459

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbal

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry

Property

PropertySpaltX13459
Alpha acid2.5–5.7%3–5.5%
Beta acid3–5%4–5%
Co-humulone22–29%21–24%
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene20–35%-
Humulene20–30%-
Caryophyllene8–13%-
Farnesene12–18%-
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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