Spalter SelectvsGolding
Spalter Select and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Spalter Select
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Only in Golding
FloralDelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Spalter Select | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 21–27% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 10–22% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–10% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 15–22% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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