AdeenavsGlacier

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

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Glacier

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

3.3–9.7%

Beta acid

5.4–10%

Total oil

0.5–1.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Glacier

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Adeena

HerbalSpicyFloralLemonPine

Only in Glacier

PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar

Property

PropertyAdeenaGlacier
Alpha acid3.5–5%3.3–9.7%
Beta acid3–4%5.4–10%
Co-humulone34–38%11–16%
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL0.5–1.5 mL
Myrcene27–30%35–45%
Humulene31–45%25–35%
Caryophyllene15–22%8–13%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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