Spalter SelectvsVienna Gold
Spalter Select (aroma) and Vienna Gold (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
Vienna Gold
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Spalter Select
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vienna Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Spalter Select
SpicyGrassy
Only in Vienna Gold
NobleFruityPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Spalter Select | Vienna Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 21–27% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 20–40% | - |
| Humulene | 10–22% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 15–22% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Cluster