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