Spalter SelectvsStyrian Eagle
Spalter Select (aroma) and Styrian Eagle (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Spalter Select
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currantPeach
Property
| Property | Spalter Select | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–27% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 10–22% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–10% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 15–22% | 6–10% |
| Origin | Germany | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |