Spalter Select was bred at Hüll Hop Research Center and its fine aroma and high farnesene content are typical of Spalt-type hops. This variety grows quickly and develops a very strong "head". Spalter Select is characterized by a good tolerance to diseases like wilt and downy mildew.
Pedigree Hüll breeding material
Aroma Spalt-like; spicy, floral
Alpha Acids* 3.0 - 6.5 %
Beta Acids 2.5 - 5.0 %
Cohumulone 21 - 27 % of alpha acids
Total Oil 0.6 - 0.9 ml/100g
Myrcene 20 - 40 % of total oil
Humulene 10 - 22 % of total oil
Caryophyllene 4 - 10 % of total oil
Farnesene 15 - 22 % of total oil