WalhallavsStrisselspalt
Walhalla and Strisselspalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
United States
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
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
CitrusHerbal
Only in Walhalla
GarlicGrassy
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Walhalla | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.97–10% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 3.75–6% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–27% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–52% |
| Humulene | - | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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