Spalter Select Hop Pellets 2023 – German Herbal & Floral Aroma Hops

2023 GR Spalter Select Hop Profile Origin: Germany Developed at the Hop Research Center Hüll (released in the 1990s) Bred from Hallertau Mittelfrüh to offer a healthier, more disease-resistant aroma hop similar to Spalt and Hallertau Type: Aroma hop (classic "noble" European character) Typical Alpha Acids: 3–6% Beta Acids: 3–5% Aroma & Flavor Notes: Spicy: Mild, classic noble hop spice Herbal: Soft herbs and gentle bitterness Floral: Delicate blossoms, wildflower Earthy: Mellow, subtle, clean earth background Other: Sometimes sweet hay or mild grass Brewing Characteristics: Very similar to Spalt and Hallertau Mittelfrüh, with classic “Old World” noble character and delicate hop aroma Excellent for lagers and German ales where refined bitterness and aroma are crucial Often used for aroma and late kettle/dry hop additions to retain noble elegance Best Beer Styles: Pilsner, Helles, Export, and other pale lagers Kölsch, Altbier Wheat Beer, Blonde Ale Belgian Blonde, Saison, and farmhouse styles Substitutes: Spalt (closest, original “noble” genotype) Hallertau Mittelfrüh (gentle, herbal, floral) Tettnang or Saaz (milder noble hop substitutes) Fun Fact: Spalter Select was bred to be more stable and disease-resistant than traditional Spalt, but with unmistakable noble hop aroma—making it a favorite for craft brewers seeking real German authenticity!