StrisselspaltvsUltra
Strisselspalt and Ultra 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
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyCitrusHerbal
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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