StrisselspaltvsVista

Strisselspalt (aroma) and Vista (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Strisselspalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

1–4%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.6–0.8 mL

France

Vista

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Strisselspalt

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Vista

  • 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 Vista

TropicalTangerineMelonPearGreenSweet

Property

PropertyStrisselspaltVista
Alpha acid1–4%8–12%
Beta acid3–6%3.5–5.5%
Co-humulone20–27%29–31%
Total oil0.6–0.8 mL0.8–2.2 mL
Myrcene35–52%30–40%
Humulene13–21%18–22%
Caryophyllene8–10%10–14%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginFranceUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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