Wild WolfvsStrisselspalt

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

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Strisselspalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

1–4%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.6–0.8 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Wild Wolf

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Strisselspalt

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Wild Wolf

FruityEarthy

Only in Strisselspalt

SpicyFloralCitrus

Property

PropertyWild WolfStrisselspalt
Alpha acid8.25%1–4%
Beta acid5.88%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%
OriginUnited StatesFrance
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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