StrisselspaltvsWild Wolf
Strisselspalt (aroma) and Wild Wolf (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
Wild Wolf
Alpha acid
8.25%
Beta acid
5.88%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Wild Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralCitrus
Only in Wild Wolf
FruityEarthy
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Wild Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 8.25% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5.88% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | - |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | - |
| Humulene | 13–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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