SpaltvsZamba Blend
Spalt and Zamba Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Zamba Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalt
NobleEarthyHerbalFloral
Only in Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitOrangeTangerinePineapple
Property
| Property | Spalt | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.7% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–35% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 12–18% | 1–4% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |