StrisselspaltvsTaiheke
Strisselspalt (aroma) and Taiheke (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Taiheke
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Taiheke
- 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
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralCitrus
Only in Strisselspalt
Herbal
Only in Taiheke
TropicalGrapefruitLemonLime
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Taiheke |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 5–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 33–40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–5% |
| Origin | France | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Crystal
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