StrisselspaltvsUSDA 008
Strisselspalt (aroma) and USDA 008 (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
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyHerbal
Only in USDA 008
SweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | USDA 008 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 10.1–11.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 2.7–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 25–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1.6–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | 6–7% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 48–49% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 16–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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