Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Golding
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Adeena
HerbalSpicyLemonPine
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Adeena | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding