StrisselspaltvsGolding
Strisselspalt and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Golding
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyCitrusHerbal
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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