X13459vsStrisselspalt
X13459 and Strisselspalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
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
FloralCitrus
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachStrawberry
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | X13459 | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–52% |
| Humulene | - | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker